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Network Rail

Functional Audit Manager (Regions)

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Network Rail
Operates and maintains the UK’s rail infrastructure, ensuring safe and efficient train travel.
Lead regional audit team, manage assurance plans and drive improvements
6d ago
£55,596 - £65,966
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
London, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid
Company Size
40,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Construction
Asset management
Systems engineering
Design
Operations & Maintenance
Consulting
Project management
Sector Specialisms
Marketing
Human Resources
IT
Logistics
Project Management
Finance
Property
Legal
Role
What you would be doing
audit delivery
risk analysis
compliance
team management
report preparation
assurance planning
  • Design, lead, and manage the delivery of audit and assurance services across the Region. Define audit scope and objectives in line with organisational priorities and regulatory requirements. Oversee the planning, execution, and reporting of audits, ensuring findings are clearly communicated and acted upon. Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to promote transparency, strengthen governance, and drive continuous improvement.
  • Support the development, management and implementation of the regional three lines of defence (3LoD) Integrated Assurance Plan, as part of the wider regional assurance team, identifying risks and evaluating the adequacy of internal controls.
  • Collaborate with Integrated Business Units and Regional functions to understand business processes, emerging risks, and opportunities for continuous improvement.
  • Ensure compliance with relevant internal policies, external regulations, and industry best practices.
  • Manage and develop a high-performing audit team, providing guidance, support, and performance reviews.
  • Prepare comprehensive audit reports, presenting key findings, insights, risks, opportunities for improvement and actionable recommendations to senior leadership.
  • Manage the arrangements for your direct reports safety and competence.
  • Lead the planning, execution, and reporting of regional audits such as the Management Self Assurance (MSA) (1 st LoD) and/or the Regional Functional Audit Plan (2 nd LoD), and coordinate 3 rd LoD assurance activities as needed, across the Region and our Integrated Business Units.
  • Conduct detailed analysis of assurance and risk data to identify trends, inefficiencies, insights and areas for improvement, working closely with the GRAI and regional improvement teams.
What you bring
lead auditor
iso 9001
risk assessment
report writing
leadership
cqi
  • Excellent report writing and presentation skills
  • Demonstrable leadership skills, with the ability to supervise and mentor a team effectively.
  • A strong understanding of risk assessment and internal control frameworks.
  • The job holder needs to be willing to travel across the Southern region to support audit delivery.
  • Knowledge of maintenance or operations management, processes and techniques.
  • Experienced Lead Auditor
  • Lead Auditor qualification, preferably in ISO management system standards (e.g. in 9001, 45001, 14001 and 55001)
  • Good interpersonal, influencing, communication and organisation skill at a senior level
  • Membership of a professional institute such as the Chartered Quality Institute (CQI) or Institution of Occupational Health and Safety (IOSH)
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Security clearance
  • drug and alcohol test required; positive result leads to rejection
  • baseline personal security standard (bpss) vetting including criminal record and career checks
Company
Overview
20,000 miles of track
Rail Network Span
The extensive railway infrastructure it manages spans over 20,000 miles, ensuring connectivity across the UK.
30,000 bridges
Managed Structures
Operates and maintains over 30,000 bridges to ensure safe rail passage for trains and passengers.
  • Responsible for managing the country’s railway infrastructure, playing a vital role in the UK's transport system.
  • Ensures the safe passage of trains through its management of critical railway assets.
  • Origins date back to 2002, when the rail infrastructure was brought into public ownership.
  • Based in Milton Keynes, it is a crucial player in delivering major transportation projects.
  • Typical projects include track renewal, station modernization, and large-scale electrification efforts.
  • Oversees one of the world’s most complex and busiest rail networks, with significant investment in improving connectivity across the UK.
  • Focuses on maintaining safety and operational efficiency through cutting-edge technology and engineering solutions.
  • Collaborates with train operators and local authorities to ensure seamless travel experiences for passengers.
  • Delivers the High Speed 2 (HS2) project, set to revolutionize rail travel in the UK.
  • Committed to improving sustainability and reducing the environmental impact of rail transport.
Culture + Values
  • Safety first, always.
  • We value people’s ideas, energy and drive.
  • We are responsible, dependable and accountable.
  • We are better together, we collaborate, share knowledge and support each other.
  • We challenge ourselves to deliver outstanding performance.
  • We are committed to doing the right thing.
Environment + Sustainability
50% Reduction
Carbon Emissions Target
The company aims to reduce its carbon emissions by half by 2025 compared to 2017 levels.
Net Zero 2050
Carbon Neutrality Goal
The company is committed to achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2050.
  • Increasing use of renewable energy across operations.
  • Promoting low-carbon technologies, including electrification of rail networks.
  • Investing in green innovation and sustainable rail infrastructure.
  • Commitment to reducing waste, with a focus on reusing and recycling materials.
  • Developing and implementing nature-based solutions to enhance biodiversity.
Inclusion & Diversity
40% Women
Senior Leadership Target
Aiming for 40% of women in senior leadership roles by 2025 to achieve greater gender balance.
  • Rolling out initiatives to support career progression for all employees, particularly women and ethnic minorities.
  • Ongoing leadership development programs focused on building a more inclusive workplace.
  • Increasing the representation of women in technical roles.
  • Diversifying recruitment efforts, including targeting underrepresented groups.
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