About the Role

Join the Liverpool City Region Combined Authority as our new Pipeline Development Manager and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of transport across one of the UK’s most ambitious and forward‑looking city regions. You will work within our Network Development function to shape the development of a robust, data‑driven and investment‑ready pipeline of transport schemes that underpins the region’s long-term vision for growth, sustainability and connectivity. Working closely with partners across local authorities, transport operators, and national agencies, you will identify opportunities, shape high‑quality proposals, and ensure that the transport pipeline reflects local priorities and positions the region to secure future funding.

In this strategic role, you will help to drive forward the £1.6 billion Transport for City Regions (TCR) programme and support the creation of a pipeline that delivers major improvements for communities, businesses and the wider regional economy. You’ll champion innovation, use evidence and insight to guide decision‑making, and ensure schemes progress smoothly from concept to delivery. If you’re passionate about transforming transport, adept at building strong partnerships, and motivated by the challenge of delivering tangible regional impact, this is your opportunity to help shape Liverpool City Region’s transport future.

About the person

We are looking for a proactive, collaborative and strategically minded individual who thrives on shaping complex programmes and turning long‑term ambitions into deliverable realities. You will have an analytical approach to problem‑solving, and the confidence to challenge assumptions constructively. The ideal candidate brings experience of developing transport, infrastructure or place‑based investment pipelines, alongside the ability to translate data, evidence and insight into compelling business cases. You’ll be comfortable working across organisations, building relationships, and navigating the differing priorities of partners, stakeholders and funding bodies.

You’ll also be someone who is highly organised, resilient and motivated by making a real difference for people and communities. With excellent communication skills and a natural ability to bring clarity to complex issues, you’ll provide leadership, influence and direction in a fast‑moving environment. Above all, we’re looking for someone who is passionate about the future of transport in the Liverpool City Region—someone who embraces innovation, seeks continuous improvement, and is driven by delivering projects that improve connectivity, support inclusive growth and help the region achieve its net zero ambitions.

If you think you match the job description, and our values, then click on the link to apply.

Please ensure that you provide clear examples and evidence in your application of how you meet the below key essential criteria. The information you provide in your application will be used for shortlisting.

1. 1) Experience of building a pipeline or programme of projects across transport, investment and housing
2. 2) Experience of delivering information to senior stakeholders, including the preparation of reports and supporting materials on proposed projects
3. 3) Experience of building effective working relationships with a range of stakeholders (including from the public sector)

Please highlight how you meet the remaining essential criteria outlined in the person specification within your CV.

About the organisation

The Liverpool City Region is world-famous for its history, culture and creativity. A place of firsts, it is the birthplace of modern railways, public health and international trade. Now, our economy is being transformed once again, changing the world through world-leading innovation in health and life sciences, digital and creative, and advanced manufacturing - growing an economy already worth £35 billion a year.

The Combined Authority plays a central role in catalysing this innovation-led economy. We are seizing the unique opportunity to use our devolved powers and funding to create wealth and prosperity for all our 1.6 million residents and the whole UK - investing in our economy, people, place, transport and digital infrastructure. Our vision is for the Liverpool City Region to be: The best place to grow up, grow a family, and grow a business - where no-one is left behind.

Staff benefits

• -Local Government Pension Scheme contributions between 5.5% and 12.5%
• -Generous holiday entitlement of 29 days rising to 34 days after 5 years service, as well as bank holidays and the option to buy 10 additional days
• -Free travel around Liverpool City Region with an All-Zone Metro card worth £1,450 per year plus All Zones Off Peak Trio ticket for your spouse or partner
• -Flexible and hybrid working
• -24/7 access to Employee Assistance Programme for you and your family and Free counselling service
• -Automatic enrolment to our Westfield Health Programme
• -Corporate discounts at council-owned gyms
• -Bike to Work Scheme
• -Coaching, mentoring, apprenticeships, and professional qualifications including paid membership fees and even a £1k interest free learning loan for any non-job-related learning

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates who have declared that they: have a disability, are from a Black, Asian or Minority Ethnic background, are a member of a reservist or have close family links to a member of the Armed Forces as we are under-represented by people from these communities.

To be considered under one of these schemes, you must indicate your eligibility in the relevant section of the application form. In addition, you must clearly demonstrate in your application how you meet the key essential criteria listed above.

Please highlight how you meet the remaining essential criteria outlined in the person specification within your CV.

Applications that do not include this evidence will not be considered under the guaranteed interview schemes.

The Liverpool City Region Combined Authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.

Sponsorship 

We actively promote diversity and inclusion, please note that this role is not on the Home Office List of Occupations eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled worker route. We recommend that you assess your eligibility before applying for this position. Please visit https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa