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Head of Insight and Evidence

Transport Focus London, Manchester, United KingdomHybridFull Time

Key Notes

Lead the insight and evidence managers, overseeing research design, quality, suppliers and the use of external data. The role requires senior programme delivery and people management experience. This permanent, full-time post pays £65,000, with an advertised 3.5% uplift in Q4. Applications close on 20 October 2026.

What You'll Work On

  • Direct qualitative and quantitative research projects, maintaining quality control, ethical standards and useful outputs for transport decisions.
  • Manage insight and evidence colleagues, develop research methods and work with the data team on combined evidence.
  • Oversee research suppliers and contracts, review external datasets and present findings to senior colleagues and industry audiences.

What They Are Looking For

  • Experience: Senior-level management and delivery of multiple projects and programmes.
  • Experience: People management, team development and performance management.
  • Stakeholder: Ability to build relationships and coordinate teams across organisational functions.
  • Domain: Understanding of transport and its associated challenges.

Transport Focus

3 open jobs

Transport Focus is the independent watchdog for passengers and road users in Great Britain. Sponsored by the Department for Transport but operationally independent, it uses research, advocacy and engagement to influence improvements across rail, bus, coach, tram and strategic roads.

Sector
Transport Authorities
Headquarters
London, United Kingdom
Founded
1947
Operating Regions
Europe
Employees
11-50

Frequently Asked Questions

  • This role is Hybrid, based in London, Manchester, United Kingdom.

  • Yes, this is a Full-time position.

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