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Key InformationJob title: Senior Project Sponsor (known internally as Principal Sponsor)Salary: Circa £58,000 Grade: Band 3Contract type: TfL Reference: 3196 Team: IP - Renewals Directorate: Investment Planning (IP)Contract details: Full-time 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: 17 December 2025Overview Of Project/roleInvestment Planning (Renewals) at TfL is at the heart of keeping London moving. Our team ensures that critical infrastructure—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 Principal Sponsor, you’ll shape and oversee a diverse portfolio of renewal projects, for our transport infrastructure, from rail signalling and communications or road structural improvements to drainage upgrades and staff welfare facilities. You’ll work across TfL and with external partners to make sure every project delivers the right outcomes, offers value for money, and aligns with TfL’s strategic goals. This is a fast-paced, collaborative role where your decisions will directly influence the future of London’s transport system.We’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace where wellbeing and flexibility are a priority. Many of our colleagues already benefit from part-time and job-share arrangements, and we welcome applications from those who work flexibly or would like to explore these options.Key AccountabilitiesYour duties will include, but not be limited to:Lead and inspire teams role-modelling TfL’s Vision and ValuesTranslate strategic objectives into prioritised investment options and early-stage project activitiesEnsure projects align with strategic outcomes and deliver value for moneyDevelop business cases and supporting documentation to secure funding and approvalsProvide first-line assurance and hold delivery teams accountable for outcomesBuild strong relationships with stakeholders to maintain financial and political supportOversee transparent reporting and respond to external information requestsMonitor benefits realisation and share lessons learned to improve future investmentSkillsSkills, Knowledge & ExperienceProven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a complex organisation to achieve business outcomes (Essential)Ability to present recommendations to senior colleagues and facilitate and negotiate with groups and individuals to achieve desired outputs (Essential)Ability to work in cross business teams, resolving conflict as it arises and motivating and managing direct reports (Essential)Good written and verbal communication skills with an ability to work in an innovative but structured manner (Essential)Highly numerate, good IT skills, detail conscious and well organised with an ability to work under minimal guidance (Essential)KnowledgeDegree level education or equivalent professional experience (Essential)In depth knowledge of project technical skills aligned to the sponsor role e.g. governance, commercial and stakeholder management techniques (Essential)ExperienceExperience of delivering or sponsoring transport projects in large complex, regulated organisations where there are multiple interfaces, and delivering to time and budget (Essential)Experience of one of more of the following: financial management and budget setting, governance, early-stage project definition and initiation, requirements setting, business case development and benefit management and realisation, major project consents e.g. Transport and Works Act Orders (Essential)Experience of negotiating and communicating with challenging stakeholders (Essential)Experience of leading, developing, and motivating colleagues / teams in a matrix environment (Essential)Application ProcessPlease apply using your CV and a one-page covering 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 imagesEquality, 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 home or 75% reimbursement on a 28-day flexi ticket30 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.