Technical Programme Lead - Rail Digital/Ticketing Systems

• Technical Programme Lead
• Rail Digital/Ticketing Systems
• Outside IR35

OUTSIDE IR35 - Rail Digital/Ticketing Systems/Online Retail - Hybrid London 3 days on site)

We are seeking an experienced Technical Programme Lead to join a major UK digital transformation programme focused on delivering a large-scale online retail and ticketing platform.
Candidates must have previous experience working within the rail digital space. Strong knowledge of rail ticketing systems/Ticket Issuing Systems (TIS).
This is a critical leadership role supporting procurement, technical delivery planning, supplier engagement, systems integration, governance, and migration strategy.

Essential Experience (Must Have)

• Proven experience working in the rail digital sector
• Strong knowledge of rail retailing, ticketing systems, and Ticket Issuing Systems (TIS)
• Experience leading technical programmes within complex digital environments
• Strong background as a Technical Delivery Manager, Technical Project Manager, or Technical Programme Lead
• Experience delivering large-scale digital, eCommerce, or transactional platform programmes
• Experience leading systems integration across multiple suppliers and stakeholders
• Strong understanding of governance, RAID management, dependencies, and delivery planning

Highly Desirable

• Experience consolidating multiple websites/apps into a single digital platform
• Experience with data migration programmes
• Knowledge of UK public sector/government governance frameworks
• Familiarity with business case processes (OBC/FBC)
• Experience in customer-facing digital retail transformation programmes