As Rail Strategy Manager, I manage all aspects of policy and regulatory affairs for Freightliner. This involves developing and maintaining relationships with external organisations, including Network Rail, Department for Transport, Office of Rail and Road, European Commission and industry associations. Focused on ensuring that the interests of Freightliner and the rail freight sector are represented and considered as policies are developed and decisions taken. Role involves:* Managing interface with Network Rail, including contractual provisions in Track Access Contract.* Resolving issues of contractual claim or dispute.* Leading areas in the industry's Periodic Review that sets the future charges and incentives framework for the sector.* Meeting Government Ministers, MPs and Civil Servants to provide background on company and sector and ensure priorities are understood.* Attending Network Rail meetings across the devolved regions.* Supporting the planning, design and delivery of infrastructure schemes to increase capacity and capability of rail freight.* Working with external economists to increase understanding of economic benefits of rail freight.* Responding to industry consultations and calls for evidence to ensure the interests of Freightliner are represented.

14-month placement during the third year of university undergraduate programme.