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• CIPD qualified or equivalent HR certification.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience as an HR Business Partner or in a similar strategic HR role.
• Proven experience supporting senior leadership and advising on complex HR issues.
• Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practices.
• Demonstrated experience in talent management, organizational development, and change management.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and influencing skills.
• Ability to develop and implement HR strategies that align with business goals.
• Experience in managing employee relations and complex case management.
• A proactive, results-oriented approach with a strong commercial acumen.

You’ll be required to travel to specific Local Authority project sites in Mid Wales.

Office Locations: Pontypridd or Wrexham (hybrid working options available)

Equal Opportunities

At Transport for Wales we value diversity. It makes us stronger, helps us understand our customers better, make better decisions and be more innovative. Everyone’s different and has their own perspective so we’re building a diverse team that mirrors the communities we serve. Through this we’re determined to be one of Wales' leading inclusive employers. We’re creating an inclusive transport network that everyone in Wales can be proud of.

Who we are

At Transport for Wales, we’re on a mission to transform transport in Wales and make it fit for the future, whether that’s rail, bus, walking or cycling. We want to inspire a nation to change the way it travels, so that we all travel more sustainably and help to combat the climate emergency we’re all facing.

We’re an open and inclusive place to work, where everyone is welcome and our people are supported to reach their full potential. We want to create an environment where our people can grow and succeed. This is key to enabling us to deliver on the promises we’ve made to the people of Wales to build a sustainable transport network that meets their needs.

Role responsibilities

This role will provide oversight and leadership as we work to deliver One Network, Timetable, Ticket and Team in our work and programmes across Mid Wales.

• Lead, support and advance a portfolio of early stage regional transport related projects by actively engaging and managing the local regional challenges, geographies, and transport maturity to development the support of transport structure business cases.

• Provide leadership and effective influencing, bring together the key strategic outcomes for multi modal transport integration in the region by working with regional stakeholders’ groups to support the implementation of the regional transport plan and the work of the Corporate Joint Committee (CJC)

• Support the development of the TfW system architecture by working with various technical teams across the organisation to ensure the appropriate infrastructure is in place to deliver TfW strategic objectives.

• Provide credible transport policy and propositions by collating insights and innovation, leveraging acumen of the political landscape and identifying potential challenge by using industry knowledge and networks, current transport agenda and political networks to advise colleagues in TfW on key transport policy.

Who we’re looking for

• A degree level qualification in transport planning, business management, engineering, science, other relevant discipline, or equivalent experience.
• Chartered member of a relevant professional discipline or currently working toward chartership.
• Proven experience of working on a variety of transport related projects as a Programme Manager.
• Experience of applying the Wellbeing of Future Generations Act, Better Business Case Five Case Model and WelTAG in relation to transport projects.

Welsh Language Skills

The ability to speak/write Welsh would make a great addition to your application, but it is not essential for this role.

Transport for Wales supports and promotes the use of the Welsh Language by employees and will encourage them to develop, improve and maintain their Welsh Language skills. We fully support our people who want to improve their Welsh language skills, and personal development for Welsh Language skills are offered in a variety of ways such as online learning, classroom courses and funding attendance at local community courses.

Next steps

Does this role sound like the opportunity you are looking for? Do you want to find out more? See attached Job Description for further details.

Transport for Wales is a disability leader. We are happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments you may need in the recruitment process or as part of the role if you are successful.

This advert will close at midnight on the day of the application closing date stated above. We do encourage you to submit your application as early as possible.

Please note, we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications.

Note that you must hold the permanent right to work in the UK. We are not currently able to provide sponsorship.**

Bydd gofyn i chi deithio i safleoedd prosiectau Awdurdodau Lleol penodol yng Nghanolbarth Cymru.

Lleoliad: Pontypridd neu Wrecsam (opsiynau gweithio hybrid ar gael)

Cyfle Cyfartal

Mae Trafnidiaeth Cymru yn gwerthfawrogi amrywiaeth. Mae’n ein gwneud yn gryfach, yn ein helpu i ddeall ein cwsmeriaid yn well, i wneud penderfyniadau gwell a bod yn fwy arloesol. Mae pawb yn wahanol ac mae gan bawb eu safbwynt eu hunain felly rydym yn creu tîm amrywiol sy’n adlewyrchu’r cymunedau rydym yn eu gwasanaethu. Drwy hyn, rydym yn benderfynol o fod yn un o gyflogwyr mwyaf cynhwysol Cymru. Rydym yn creu rhwydwaith trafnidiaeth cynhwysol y gall pawb yng Nghymru fod yn falch ohono.

Pwy ydyn ni

Ein cenhadaeth yn Trafnidiaeth Cymru yw trawsnewid trafnidiaeth yng Nghymru a’i gwneud yn addas ar gyfer y dyfodol, boed hynny ar gyfer rheilffyrdd, bysiau, cerdded neu feicio. Rydyn ni eisiau ysbrydoli cenedl i newid y ffordd maen nhw’n teithio, fel bod pawb yn teithio’n fwy cynaliadwy ac yn helpu i fynd i’r afael â’r argyfwng hinsawdd sy’n wynebu pawb.

Rydyn ni’n lle agored a chynhwysol i weithio, lle mae croeso i bawb a lle caiff ein pobl eu cefnogi i gyflawni eu llawn botensial. Rydyn ni am greu awyrgylch sy’n galluogi ein pobl i dyfu a llwyddo. Mae hyn yn allweddol i’n galluogi i gyflawni’r addewidion rydyn ni wedi’u gwneud i bobl Cymru er mwyn adeiladu rhwydwaith trafnidiaeth gynaliadwy sy’n diwallu eu hanghenion nhw.

Cyfrifoldebau’r swydd

Bydd y rôl hon yn darparu goruchwyliaeth ac arweinyddiaeth wrth i ni weithio i gyflwyno Un Rhwydwaith, Un Amserlen, Un Tocyn ac Un Tîm yn ein gwaith a'n rhaglenni ledled Canolbarth Cymru.

• Arwain, cefnogi a datblygu portffolio o brosiectau trafnidiaeth rhanbarthol cam cynnar drwy fynd ati i ymgysylltu a rheoli’r heriau rhanbarthol lleol, yr ardaloedd daearyddol a’r aeddfedrwydd trafnidiaeth i ddatblygu cefnogaeth i achosion busnes strwythur trafnidiaeth.

• Arwain a dylanwadu’n effeithiol, gan ddod â’r canlyniadau strategol allweddol ar gyfer integreiddio trafnidiaeth aml-ddull yn y rhanbarth at ei gilydd drwy weithio gyda grwpiau rhanddeiliaid rhanbarthol i gefnogi’r gwaith o weithredu’r cynllun trafnidiaeth rhanbarthol a gwaith y Cyd-bwyllgor Corfforedig.

• Cefnogi’r gwaith o ddatblygu saernïaeth system TrC drwy weithio gyda thimau technegol amrywiol ar draws y sefydliad i sicrhau bod y seilwaith priodol yn ei le i gyflawni amcanion strategol TrC.

• Darparu cynigion a pholisïau trafnidiaeth credadwy drwy gasglu gwybodaeth ac arloesedd, defnyddio dealltwriaeth o’r dirwedd wleidyddol, a chanfod heriau posibl drwy ddefnyddio rhwydweithiau a gwybodaeth o'r diwydiant, yr agenda drafnidiaeth gyfredol a rhwydweithiau gwleidyddol i gynghori cydweithwyr yn TrC ar bolisïau trafnidiaeth allweddol.

Am bwy rydyn ni’n chwilio

• Cymhwyster lefel gradd mewn cynllunio trafnidiaeth, rheoli busnes, peirianneg, gwyddoniaeth, disgyblaeth berthnasol arall, neu brofiad cyfatebol.
• Aelod siartredig o ddisgyblaeth broffesiynol berthnasol neu’n gweithio tuag at siarteriaeth ar hyn o bryd.
• Profiad amlwg o weithio ar amrywiaeth o brosiectau trafnidiaeth fel Rheolwr Rhaglen.
• Profiad o weithredu Deddf Cenedlaethau’r Dyfodol, Model Pum Achos Gwell Achosion Busnes, ac Arweiniad ar Arfarnu Trafnidiaeth Cymru (WelTAG), mewn perthynas â phrosiectau trafnidiaeth.

Sgiliau Iaith Gymraeg

Byddai’r gallu i sgwrsio ac ysgrifennu yn Gymraeg yn ychwanegiad gwych at eich cais, ond nid yw’n hanfodol ar gyfer y swydd hon.

Mae Trafnidiaeth Cymru yn cefnogi ac yn hybu gweithwyr i ddefnyddio’r Gymraeg, a bydd yn eu hannog i ddatblygu, gwella a chadw eu sgiliau Iaith Gymraeg. Rydym yn rhoi cefnogaeth lawn i staff sydd eisiau gwella eu sgiliau Cymraeg, ac mae datblygiad personol ar gyfer sgiliau Iaith Gymraeg yn cael ei gynnig mewn amrywiaeth o ffyrdd megis dysgu ar-lein, cyrsiau ystafell ddosbarth a chyrsiau cymunedol lleol

Y camau nesaf

A yw’r swydd hon yn swnio fel y cyfle rydych chi’n chwilio amdano? Hoffech chi gael gwybod mwy? Gweler y Disgrifiad Swydd sydd ynghlwm am ragor o fanylion.

Trafnidiaeth Cymru – yn arwain ar anableddau. Rydyn ni’n fodlon trafod unrhyw addasiadau rhesymol y bydd eu hangen arnoch yn y broses recriwtio neu fel rhan o’r swydd os byddwch chi’n llwyddiannus.

Bydd yr hysbyseb hon yn cau am hanner nos ar y diwrnod cau a nodir uchod. Rydyn ni’n eich annog i gyflwyno eich cais cyn gynted â phosibl.

* Cofiwch ein bod yn cadw’r hawl i gau’r swydd wag hon yn gynnar os daw digon o geisiadau i law.

Sylwch fod yn rhaid i chi ddal yr hawl barhaol i weithio yn y DU. Nid ydym yn gallu darparu nawdd ar hyn o bryd.**

• This is an opportunity for you to grow with the fastest growing business in its sector.
  We plan to double the business, in the next 12 months, with ambitious new colleagues joining the team. Fast progression upwards in the company is the norm. All promotions are internal which means that there are frequent opportunities for promotion.
  Sales cycles are short so commission is earned quickly.
  We would love to meet you to discuss how we can grow an exciting future together.
  Our sales team is highly successful and seeks new sales talent to double the business.

Requirements

• Fluency in English (C2 Level or Native)
• Any kind of previous experience within sales roles
• Excellent communication skills over the telephone;
• Good time management skills

Benefits

• Highly Competitive salary;
• 100% remote job
• Sales cycles are short; commissions earned quickly

• Developing and implementing comprehensive long-term strategic plans for the organization.
• Conducting market research, competitive analysis, and feasibility studies to identify growth opportunities.
• Leading cross-functional teams to execute strategic initiatives and projects.
• Developing business cases and financial models to support strategic investments.
• Monitoring industry trends, economic conditions, and regulatory changes impacting the business.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with key stakeholders, including investors, partners, and senior leadership.
• Translating strategic objectives into actionable plans and measurable outcomes.
• Assessing organizational capabilities and identifying areas for development and improvement.
• Managing the strategic planning process and ensuring alignment across all departments.
• Presenting strategic recommendations and progress updates to the Board of Directors and executive team.
• Fostering a culture of innovation and strategic thinking throughout the organization.

• Develop and articulate a clear, compelling strategic vision and long-term plan for the institution, aligning with its mission and values.
• Lead the strategic planning process, engaging with stakeholders across all levels to gather input, build consensus, and ensure buy-in.
• Conduct in-depth environmental scans and market analyses to identify emerging trends, opportunities, and potential threats relevant to the institution's sector.
• Translate strategic priorities into actionable initiatives, setting measurable objectives and key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Oversee the development and implementation of strategic projects, working closely with department heads and project teams to ensure successful execution.
• Establish and maintain robust frameworks for monitoring progress against strategic goals, identifying deviations and recommending corrective actions.
• Foster a culture of strategic thinking and innovation throughout the organization, encouraging proactive problem-solving and forward planning.
• Prepare comprehensive reports and presentations for the board of directors, senior leadership, and other key stakeholders on strategic progress and future direction.
• Identify and evaluate potential new partnerships, collaborations, and investment opportunities that align with the institution's strategic objectives.
• Manage the budget for strategic planning activities and ensure efficient allocation of resources.

• An advanced degree (Master's or PhD) in a relevant field such as Business Administration, Public Policy, Higher Education Administration, or a related discipline.
• A minimum of 10 years of experience in strategic planning, organizational development, or a senior leadership role, preferably within the academic or research sector.
• Demonstrated success in developing and implementing complex, long-term strategic plans within large organizations.
• Exceptional analytical, research, and problem-solving skills.
• Outstanding communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence diverse stakeholders.
• Proven experience in stakeholder management and fostering collaboration across different departments.
• Strong understanding of financial analysis and budget management.
• Experience with data analysis tools and strategic planning software.
• Ability to lead and inspire teams in a remote environment.

• Develop and execute comprehensive long-term strategic plans aligned with the company's vision and objectives.
• Identify and evaluate new market opportunities, potential strategic partnerships, and merger/acquisition targets on a global scale.
• Conduct in-depth market research, competitive analysis, and feasibility studies to inform strategic decision-making.
• Lead the business development function, driving revenue growth through new initiatives and client acquisition.
• Develop financial models and business cases to support strategic proposals and investment decisions.
• Collaborate closely with executive leadership, department heads, and international teams to ensure alignment and effective implementation of strategic initiatives.
• Oversee the performance tracking and reporting of strategic objectives, making recommendations for adjustments as needed.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, industry leaders, and potential partners.
• Present strategic plans and business development proposals to the board of directors and executive management.
• Manage a portfolio of strategic projects, ensuring timely and successful completion.

• MBA or Master's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10-12 years of progressive experience in strategic planning, business development, or corporate strategy, preferably within a technology or fast-paced industry.
• Demonstrated success in developing and implementing successful growth strategies.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Proven experience in market analysis, financial modelling, and valuation.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and presentation skills, with the ability to influence senior stakeholders.
• Experience managing cross-functional teams and working in a global, remote environment.
• Strategic mindset with a strong commercial acumen and an understanding of global economic trends.
• Ability to work independently, take initiative, and manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.
• A passion for innovation and driving transformative change.

• Develop and execute the company's long-term strategic plan.
• Identify and evaluate new business opportunities, including M&A and strategic alliances.
• Conduct market research, competitor analysis, and industry trend forecasting.
• Develop robust business cases and financial models for strategic initiatives.
• Lead cross-functional teams to implement strategic projects.
• Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for strategic objectives.
• Advise senior leadership on strategic decisions and market positioning.
• Build and manage relationships with key external stakeholders, including investors and partners.
• Oversee the strategic planning process and ensure alignment across departments.
• Drive a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.

• MBA or equivalent postgraduate degree in Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.
• Extensive experience in strategic planning, business development, or corporate strategy, preferably within a consulting or large corporate environment.
• Proven track record of identifying and executing successful growth strategies.
• Strong financial acumen, including financial modelling and valuation skills.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience in leading complex, cross-functional initiatives.