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Key InformationJob title: Project SponsorSalary: From £38,000 Grade: Band 2Contract type: TfL Reference: 4170Team: IP – Renewals Directorate: Investment Planning (IP)Contract details: Combination Location: Southwark, London SE1 with hybrid workingHybrid working within this role enables a balance of 50 per cent of time split between the office and home over a 4-week period. Hybrid working arrangements can evolve subject to business requirementsApplication closing date: 27 April /2026 at 23:59All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory right‑to‑work checks. Candidates must be able to demonstrate their right to work in the UK. At the present time TfL is unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.Overview Of Project/roleInvestment Planning (Renewals) at TfL is at the heart of keeping London moving. Our team ensures that critical infrastructure— including stations, tunnels, track, and staff facilities—remains safe, reliable, and fit for the future. We prioritise investment in assets to deliver maximum value for customers and colleagues, supporting the long-term sustainability of the transport network.As a Sponsor, you’ll play a key role in shaping and supporting projects within the TfL Investment Programme, working in a dynamic environment with diverse stakeholders and political considerations.You’ll be involved throughout the full project lifecycle, often across multiple projects at once, ensuring that each one is set up for success.Reporting to the Principal Sponsor, you’ll help develop the plans, relationships, and insights needed to provide effective sponsorship across the programme. Your work will directly support the delivery of project outcomes and benefits, making sure they stay aligned with the Mayor’s Transport Strategy (MTS) and the TfL Business Plan.Key AccountabilitiesThe accountabilities below will flex depending on the needs of each project and the scalable Sponsorship model, ensuring your time and expertise are focused where they add the greatest value:Supporting benefits delivery – Help identify, quantify and track programme and project benefits to ensure outcomes across the TfL Investment Programme are achievedBuilding strong relationships – Develop and maintain effective working relationships to support the Principal Sponsor and ensure each project has the engagement it needs throughout its lifecycleMaintaining governance and control – Assist with governance activities so projects secure the necessary authorities (including budget, financial, programme and project approvals) in line with TfL Standing Orders Contributing to option development – Support the Principal Sponsor in developing and assessing options to determine the preferred approach for project deliveryDeveloping business cases – Contribute to the preparation of business cases, providing evidence and insight to inform decision making across a diverse stakeholder groupSupporting programme reporting – Contribute to regular reporting to ensure effective control of the Investment Programme and support early identification and escalation of issues and risksResponding to external information requests – Support responses to FOIs, Mayor’s Questions and briefings, ensuring accurate, transparent and timely updates on programme progressEnabling early stage feasibility – Support early sponsorship feasibility work to help shape, define and document robust project requirementsSkillsSkills, Knowledge & ExperienceNetworking and influencing skills with a range of both internal and external stakeholders (Essential)Numerate with the ability to identify and apply proportionate analytical approaches (Essential)Ability to work in matrix teams to resolve conflict as it arises (Essential)Ability to organise and present information in an easily accessible way (Essential)Excellent written and verbal communication skills (Essential)Ability to build effective working relationships across TfL and externally at all levels (Essential)Ability to work under minimal guidance (Desirable)Proven ability to support the management of projects to achieve business outcomes. (Desirable)KnowledgeDegree level education or equivalent work experience (Essential)Knowledge of project management / sponsorship / transport planning / urban planning processes (Essential)Understanding of transport in London, including emerging best practice (Essential)Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Essential)Membership of a professional body relevant to the role (Desirable)Holds a recognised project management, project sponsorship or transport planning qualification relevant to the role (Desirable)Awareness of TfL’s political relationships with key internal and external stakeholders (Desirable)ExperienceExperience of using diplomacy to influence colleagues and delivery partners to achieve joint objectives (Essential)Experience of prioritising workload, balancing conflicting requirements and demands. in a fast-paced environment (Essential)Experience of communicating with internal and external stakeholders (Essential)Experience of supporting the delivery or sponsorship of small scale projects to time, budget and scope to achieve business outcomes (Desirable)Experience of undertaking a support role on projects, preferably in a large organisation with political consideration (Desirable)Application ProcessPlease apply using your CV and a one-page cover letterThink carefully about the skills, knowledge and experience in the advert and cover this in your CV and cover letterPDF format preferred and do not include any photographs or imagesIf you would like to learn more about the role, we are holding drop-in sessions via Microsoft Teams, where you can meet some of our existing team and get a chance to ask any questions you may have. 27 Aptil 12.30 – 13.30 – click to join onlineMeeting ID: 380 305 608 334 799Passcode: mf26pJ6oEquality, diversity and inclusionWe are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. We want to represent the city we serve, which will help us become a more innovative and efficient organisation. Our goal is to make our recruitment as inclusive as possible. We are a disability confident employer who guarantee an interview to any disabled candidate who meets all of the essential criteria. We also use anonymising software that removes identifying information from CVs and cover letters to make the process fair.BenefitsIn return for your commitment and expertise, you will enjoy excellent benefits and scope to grow. Rewards vary according to the level of role but mostly include the below:Final salary pension schemeFree travel for you on the TfL networkReimbursement of 75% of the cost of a standard class Ticket for National Rail travel from home30 days annual leave plus public and bank holidaysTfL is committed to work-life balance, operating a hybrid working approach where business and role requirements allowPrivate healthcare discounted scheme (optional)Tax-efficient cycle-to-work programmeRetail, health, leisure and travel offersDiscounted Eurostar travelWe will make every effort to give you as much notice as possible, however some interviews/assessments could be organised at short notice.Vetting ProcessAt Transport for London, safety, trust and fairness sit at the heart of how we recruit. Our Vetting Charter (https://tfl.gov.uk/corporate/careers/our-vetting-process) explains the checks we carry out before you join us, helping ensure we create a safe, inclusive and reliable network for everyone who depends on our services. We simply ask that the information you provide is honest and accurate so we can progress your application smoothly. If something doesn’t match or can’t be verified, we may not be able to move forward with your application, but we’ll always treat you with transparency, respect, and clear communication throughout.
