Transport Policy Officer

We are looking for a motivated and strategic thinker to join our Transport Strategy and Policy team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in shaping the future of transport across South Yorkshire, helping deliver a more connected, sustainable and efficient network for residents, businesses and visitors.

You will work in a collaborative, fast-paced environment alongside internal teams, local authorities, and national partners to influence transport priorities and deliver meaningful change across the region.

Applications must be accompanied by a cover letter to detail how you meet the criteria as detailed within the role profile. (please see role profile attached).

About the role

As a Transport Policy Officer, you will support the development of transport policies and strategies that contribute to an integrated transport system across South Yorkshire. This may include areas such as bus, rail, tram, highways or active travel.

You will:

• Help develop and shape transport policy aligned with regional priorities.
• Support the delivery and ongoing development of the Local Transport Plan.
• Work with partners to identify opportunities and improve transport connectivity.
• Prepare clear briefings and reports to support decision-making.
• Use research, data and insight to inform policy development.
• Contribute to projects that improve how people travel across the region.

This is a varied role that offers the opportunity to influence real-world transport solutions and be part of key regional initiatives.

About you

You are a proactive and organised individual with a strong interest in transport, policy and regional development. You enjoy working collaboratively and are confident communicating ideas to a range of audiences.

You will bring:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• The ability to clearly communicate complex information.
• Experience working with stakeholders or contributing to projects.
• Good organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.
• A collaborative approach and the confidence to contribute ideas.

An interest in public policy, transport, or local government would be beneficial.

Benefits

All colleagues have access to a Local Government Pension Scheme and the chance to be part of an organisation where you can really make a difference. Located in Sheffield City Centre, we are well-placed for transport links and encourage employees to take advantage of the active travel facilities. Work/life balance is extremely important to us here at SYMCA with our recognised family/friendly policies, genuine work flexibility, recognition, and shared success.

In addition to the above, some of our benefits include -

Holiday Entitlement – From 28 to 36 days annual leave entitlement (depending on length of service) plus bank holidays. Pro-rata for part time colleagues.

Annual Leave Purchase Scheme – The ability to purchase up to a further 15 days per year in additional to your normal annual leave

Hybrid working – Our offices are a space where we come together and collaborate. Most of our roles are offered on a hybrid basis with the exception of some support roles being onsite full time. Please note, unless specified within the job advert, we cannot accommodate remote working contracts. 

Flexible Hours Scheme – Most roles within SYMCA work under the Flexi-Scheme which allows office-based employees’ flexibility and discretion over their working hours. Under the scheme employees can accrue a defined amount of credit or debit of working hours, and to take time-off in the form of Flexi-Leave or banked Annual Leave.

Rewarding You - Reducing everyday expenses through discounts, benefits, financial advice, wellbeing solutions and more with Reward Gateway and Cycle-to-Work schemes. 

Training on the job - Support with upskilling skills through on-the-job training and qualifications

Professional Membership Fees – Where membership to Professional bodies is applicable to your role, SYMCA will reimburse your membership fees where applicable and following approval by Line Management. 

Diversity at South Yorkshire Combined Mayoral Authority

Our workforce is made up of a diverse community, where we all belong and feel part of something bigger. We are committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio-economic background, religion and/or belief. 

All employees are eligible to request Flexible Working arrangements from day one of employment as such all requests will be considered subject to operation requirements. 

Where candidates share disabilities within the application process, if they demonstrate that they meet all essential criteria from the Role Profile within their application, they will automatically be invited to interview.