Compliance Manager: Part Time - #1801948

BUSINESS FUNCTION: Programmes

GRADE: ML1/SB2

SALARY: Circa £22,000 per annum

ROLE TYPE: Hybrid - Part Time

LOCATION: York. There is also a requirement to travel across the network as and when needed.

HOURS:18.5 hours per week

Be the Backbone of Compliance at Northern!

Are you ready to step into a key role that keeps our rail network on track - not just physically, but contractually?

Northern is seeking a dedicated Compliance Manager to oversee regulatory relationships and ensure we meet (and exceed!) our commitments to the Rail North Partnership (RNP) and the Department for Transport (DfT).

In this role, you won’t just tick boxes, you’ll be at the heart of our transformation, leading contractual compliance and building influential relationships with key government stakeholders.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Managing delivery of Contractual Obligations, including contract changes, and reporting progress to senior leaders and stakeholders.
• Handling daily correspondence from RNP, ensuring fast, clear and strategic responses.
• Acting as Northern’s representative at high level meetings, stakeholder forums and site visits across the network.
• Leading the administration and accuracy of both internal and DfT Contract Management Systems (CMS).
• Coordinating the evidence process to maintain compliance with contractual obligations and supporting audits.
  
  
  

About You

• Proven experience in contract or project management, ideally within a regulatory or government linked environment.
• Strong political and commercial awareness with the ability to balance competing stakeholder priorities.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills, comfortable engaging with senior leaders and external bodies.
• Ability to analyse complex agreements and manage compliance under pressure and tight deadlines.
• Minimum A-level education or equivalent, with strong attention to detail and system/process management.
  
  
  

What’s in it for you?

At Northern, we don’t just value our people - we go the extra mile to support them. Here’s a taste of what you can look forward to:

• Free Travel: Unlimited free travel for you, your partner, and your dependents on Northern services. Plus up to 75% discount on other networks in the UK and Europe.
• Generous Pension Scheme: We top up your contributions by 1.5 times.
• Enhanced Family Benefits: We offer 9 months of full pay for maternity leave and 2 weeks for paternity leave.
• Cycle to Work Scheme: Save up to 42% on a bike and spread the cost.
• Exclusive Discounts: From shopping to wellbeing, Northern Perks has you covered.
• Holiday Purchase Scheme: Buy up to 5 extra days of annual leave.
• Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 support for family, lifestyle, and more.
• Training and Career Development: We offer tailored training to our colleagues and opportunities to gain recognised qualifications. Plus enhanced career pathways no matter what part of the business you’re in.
• Recognition: We know how important it is to show how much we appreciate our people. That’s why we have our Northern Lights and Northern Sparks Awards, recognising and celebrating brilliance every day.
  
  
  

Why Northern?

We’re more than just a train operator. We’re the heartbeat of the North - connecting communities, creating opportunities, and driving sustainable growth. With 2,500 trains running daily, we’re on a mission to improve rail travel and enhance the customer experience while protecting the environment.

Back in 1825, the first passenger train set off in the North of England, after which rail quickly spread across the globe - and this year, we’re celebrating 200 years of the modern railway. As we look back on the historic events that led us here, we also look towards the future as we move into the era of Great British Rail. Join us at this pivotal moment in rail history and play your part in our journey.

A place for everyone

The best journeys happen when everyone feels welcome on board.

At Northern, we don’t just move people from A to B - we’re building a team where everyone feels they belong. Our talent team can make reasonable adjustments to the process if that’s something you need. We're also a Level 2 Disability Confident employer, so if you meet the minimum criteria for the role, we’ll always offer an interview.

We automate parts of our screening process to remove any unconscious bias and to make sure every application is treated fairly. All successful offers will be subject to a DBS check and medical assessment.

No matter your background, experience, or whether you call it a bap, barm, or cob… there’s a place for you here in the railway.

Please note that Northern reserves the right to close recruitment for this role before the published closing date, if high volumes of applications are received.