BI Capability Manager - #1786635
Network Rail
Date: 10 hours ago
City: Manchester
Contract type: Full time
Work schedule: Full day

Location
Manchester, GB
Department Name
IS Group BI Services (807601) G1
About Network Rail
About Network Rail…
Join Network Rail - Where People and Connections Matter
At Network Rail, we're dedicated to keeping passengers and freight moving safely and efficiently across the country. When you join us, you're not just part of a team - you're part of something that matters to millions. We believe that our people are at the heart of what we do, and every role plays a vital part in building a better, more connected railway. Click here to learn more.
We're committed to creating a diverse, inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve. To discover more about our ED&I commitments click here. We value flexibility and understand the importance of a healthy work-life balance. As a Disability Confident Leader, we'll do everything we can to accommodate any needs throughout the recruitment process. You can visit Evenbreaks Career Hive for advice on accessibility support.
If you're ready to make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you!
Vacancy Details
Duration: Permanent.
Location: This role is based in Manchester Square One or Milton Keynes. This role is a full-time opportunity, flexible working patterns will be considered. For Quadrant:MK, you must live within 75 minutes.
Band & Salary: (Band 4c) £43,588 - £50,018
Brief Description
In this role, you will be responsible for identifying new requirements and leading the development and management of training, benefits realisation, and communications related to Business Intelligence (BI) across Network Rail. Your work will enhance BI skills and competencies among BI and data professionals, while also showcasing improvements and efficiencies delivered by the Group BI Service.
About The Role (External)
About the team..
We’re shaping a thriving BI and Data landscape that empowers smarter decision-making across Network Rail. As a key part of the Group BI Service, you’ll help lead the prioritisation of initiatives and drive benefits realisation, working closely with Customers to deliver measurable value across the organisation. You'll build a culture of expertise by developing and curating our BI Service training curriculum—spreading knowledge, enhancing skills, and elevating BI capability across the network.
What does the average day look like?
You’ll work closely with the the Data Engineering and Visualisation teams in the BI service to shape and prioritise the BI pipeline, ensuring it delivers measurable benefits across the organisation. A key part of your role involves managing the BI training curriculum and planning learning events to build capability and professionalism in BI across Network Rail. You’ll also lead communications—developing campaigns, managing the BI Community, and promoting best practice and new tools. Your day may include gathering requirements for new BI products, tracking benefits from released solutions, and driving service improvements based on customer feedback and compliance monitoring. It’s a varied and collaborative role, central to the success and evolution of the Group BI Service.
Who are we looking for?
You’ll bring strong analytical skills, advanced Microsoft Office 365 knowledge, and proven experience in benefits management, communications, and cross-functional collaboration. Confident in facilitating knowledge sharing and creating content across multiple channels, you’ll also have a good understanding of data governance.
Essential Criteria
Please see attached job description for full details.
If you require any support with your application, please click here for contact details.
All offers of employment are conditional upon satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks. Click here for more information
Some of our great benefits:
Flexible/hybrid working arrangements considered.
Generous annual leave (28 days plus statutory days), with the option to buy/sell days.
Discounts at stations with your Network Rail pass.
Defined benefit pension scheme
75% subsidy on train tickets.
️ Interest-free travel loan for train and car park season tickets.
️ Volunteer leave to make a positive impact.
Plus more….
Manchester, GB
Department Name
IS Group BI Services (807601) G1
About Network Rail
About Network Rail…
Join Network Rail - Where People and Connections Matter
At Network Rail, we're dedicated to keeping passengers and freight moving safely and efficiently across the country. When you join us, you're not just part of a team - you're part of something that matters to millions. We believe that our people are at the heart of what we do, and every role plays a vital part in building a better, more connected railway. Click here to learn more.
We're committed to creating a diverse, inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve. To discover more about our ED&I commitments click here. We value flexibility and understand the importance of a healthy work-life balance. As a Disability Confident Leader, we'll do everything we can to accommodate any needs throughout the recruitment process. You can visit Evenbreaks Career Hive for advice on accessibility support.
If you're ready to make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you!
Vacancy Details
Duration: Permanent.
Location: This role is based in Manchester Square One or Milton Keynes. This role is a full-time opportunity, flexible working patterns will be considered. For Quadrant:MK, you must live within 75 minutes.
Band & Salary: (Band 4c) £43,588 - £50,018
Brief Description
In this role, you will be responsible for identifying new requirements and leading the development and management of training, benefits realisation, and communications related to Business Intelligence (BI) across Network Rail. Your work will enhance BI skills and competencies among BI and data professionals, while also showcasing improvements and efficiencies delivered by the Group BI Service.
About The Role (External)
About the team..
We’re shaping a thriving BI and Data landscape that empowers smarter decision-making across Network Rail. As a key part of the Group BI Service, you’ll help lead the prioritisation of initiatives and drive benefits realisation, working closely with Customers to deliver measurable value across the organisation. You'll build a culture of expertise by developing and curating our BI Service training curriculum—spreading knowledge, enhancing skills, and elevating BI capability across the network.
What does the average day look like?
You’ll work closely with the the Data Engineering and Visualisation teams in the BI service to shape and prioritise the BI pipeline, ensuring it delivers measurable benefits across the organisation. A key part of your role involves managing the BI training curriculum and planning learning events to build capability and professionalism in BI across Network Rail. You’ll also lead communications—developing campaigns, managing the BI Community, and promoting best practice and new tools. Your day may include gathering requirements for new BI products, tracking benefits from released solutions, and driving service improvements based on customer feedback and compliance monitoring. It’s a varied and collaborative role, central to the success and evolution of the Group BI Service.
Who are we looking for?
You’ll bring strong analytical skills, advanced Microsoft Office 365 knowledge, and proven experience in benefits management, communications, and cross-functional collaboration. Confident in facilitating knowledge sharing and creating content across multiple channels, you’ll also have a good understanding of data governance.
Essential Criteria
- Educated to degree level in a relevant discipline or equivalent demonstrable experience
- Knowledge of benefits identification and management approaches
- Proven strong analytical skills
- Demonstrable experience of working with and facilitating multifunctional groups
- Experience of creating opportunities for information and knowledge sharing e.g. establishing and running Working Groups or Communities of Practice
- Proven ability to communicate effectively through multiple channels, including written, verbal and presentation
- Proven experience of writing communications and bulletins
- Demonstrable advanced knowledge of core Microsoft Office 365 applications
- Demonstrable excellent interpersonal skills
- Knowledge and understanding of coding languages
Please see attached job description for full details.
If you require any support with your application, please click here for contact details.
All offers of employment are conditional upon satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks. Click here for more information
Some of our great benefits:
Flexible/hybrid working arrangements considered.
Generous annual leave (28 days plus statutory days), with the option to buy/sell days.
Discounts at stations with your Network Rail pass.
Defined benefit pension scheme
75% subsidy on train tickets.
️ Interest-free travel loan for train and car park season tickets.
️ Volunteer leave to make a positive impact.
Plus more….
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