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Strategic Advisor

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West Midlands Combined Authority

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United Kingdom , Birmingham

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54387.00 - 60955.00 GBP / Year
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Our HS2 and Strategic Partnerships team is seeking a highly skilled and dynamic individual to join the team as a Strategic Advisor for the HS2 Growth Programme and wider strategic project & programmes. In this role, you will be responsible for driving strategic partnerships, fostering client relationships, and providing expert advice and guidance to optimise project delivery outcomes across the region. Your role will involve overseeing the entire lifecycle of strategic projects within the programme, from initiation to completion and you will be responsible for communicating project scopes, objectives, deliverables and collaborating with stakeholders to support the development of detailed project plans, timelines, and resource requirements.

Job Responsibility:

  • Lead on strategic collaboration and advise key stakeholders to assess HS2 and wider large infrastructure project and programme within the region
  • Lead in the facilitation of strategic programme decision-making
  • Lead on the resolution of key strategic projects/activities which if not delivered will impacts on the benefits delivered by HS2 and wider infrastructure projects and programmes
  • Represent the WMCA at monthly stakeholder briefings, providing advice and direction to peers at local authorities
  • Lead in presenting proposals to senior management, elected members and the public through a variety of media
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for key strategic HS2 stakeholders
  • Identify, analyse and solve problems and barriers to delivery

Requirements:

  • Proven appreciation of HS2 and strategically important infrastructure projects and programmes and what they will deliver to this region
  • Proven experience in strategic project/programme management across multiple stakeholder organisations
  • Proven experience of having worked in a senior political position with direct engagement with the public & private sectors
  • Proven experience in undertaking strategic project and programme negotiations
  • A proven track record of managing successful strategic relationships with internal and external stakeholders
  • Strong negotiation, influencing, and relationship-building skills
  • In-depth knowledge of tools used to develop strategic projects and programmes at both regional and national levels
  • Proven ability and experience of innovation and exploring new ways of working
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex ideas clearly and concisely
  • Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and make data-driven decisions to help solve complex problems
What we offer:
  • Local Government Pension Scheme (one of the most generous pension schemes in the UK)
  • 28 days paid annual leave (with an option to purchase more)
  • EV car benefit scheme
  • Ethical saving options and healthcare plans
  • Discounted gym membership, will writing and mortgage advice
  • An option to buy a bicycle, including e-bikes and adapted pedal cycles, at a discounted rate
  • 3 days of paid leave each year to volunteer
  • Interest free financing through SmartTech to buy the latest technology
  • Discounted shopping with over 2,000 big-name retailers

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
January 20, 2026

Expiration:
February 08, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
Hybrid work
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