Job Introduction
The West of England Mayoral Combined Authority (MCA) is seeking to appoint a Business Case Lead, to join the Mass Transit team.
The MCA has secured substantial funding to develop a regional mass transit network, supporting economic growth and improved connectivity across the region. As Business Case Lead for Mass Transit, you will play a pivotal role in developing a 15-year delivery plan and advancing the first projects within 4-5 years.
Key responsibilities include leading the development and assurance of business cases, applying HM Treasury Green Book principles, overseeing monitoring and evaluation strategies. Securing progression through assurance processes and building strong relationships with various stakeholders to attract further investment.
This is a critical time in our transformation and growth journey, and you’ll be pivotal in helping us achieve our ambitions by:
- Leading the development of robust business cases and investment propositions for the Mass Transit Programme, ensuring alignment with HM Treasury, DfT, regional and national priorities.
- Coordinating specialist inputs across transport, economic, engineering, environmental, commercial and financial disciplines to produce evidence-based, high-quality business case submissions.
- Managing stakeholder engagement with DfT, HM Treasury, assurance bodies, senior leaders and regional partners, leading workshops, presentations and governance reporting.
- Overseeing programme monitoring, evaluation and benefits realisation, developing performance measures, managing consultants and providing assurance on outcomes, value for money and programme performance.
If this is your next role, please apply so you can tell us why you'd be a great fit. Please see the job description for more information.
The interviews are planned to be held on or around 5th November . Please note this may be subject to change.
The closing date for this role is 25th October 2026.
Find out more
If this sounds like your next opportunity, please apply so you can tell us why you'd be a great fit. There’s more information for you in the job description.
Find out more about our team and what we here: Transport - West of England Combined Authority
There’s more role-related formation is in the job description, but if you have any questions for the recruitment team you can contact us on Resourcing@westofengland-ca.gov.uk.
About the Company
Our offer
We are based in a new bright and airy office, with all the latest technology, close to Bristol Temple Meads Train Station.
Alongside the opportunity to make a real difference to the people who visit, live and work in the West of England, we offer an excellent benefits package including:
- 26 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 31 days after 5 years continuous service. There is also the option to increase your annual leave with our annual leave purchase scheme.
- 2 days of paid leave each year to volunteer
- Local Government Pension Scheme (one of the most generous pension schemes in the UK).
- Flexible, family friendly and hybrid working options to ensure you achieve the best work/life balance and career goals. We follow a hybrid working model with typically 2 or 3 days in the office each week
- Reduced bus fare travel across the West of England
We believe in fostering a culture of continuous learning and development, empowering you to thrive in your career. We prioritise your growth and success by providing a diverse range of learning and development opportunities. Our goal is to keep you motivated, equipped with essential skills, and confident in delivering excellent services.
The salary for this role is £52,413 - £55,722. This is the full-time equivalent salary, and will be pro-rata for part-time. We advertise salary ranges for job roles, with new appointments for external candidates typically starting at the lowest salary point. In exceptional cases, where higher skill levels or experience are applicable, the salary point may be adjusted to secure the best candidate. This approach allows for potential year-on-year salary increases, offering progression and appropriate rewards to employees.
Fair and Inclusive Recruitment
We want everyone to have a fair opportunity to work with us. We are committed to inclusive recruitment and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. Our recruitment processes are designed to be fair, accessible and free from unlawful discrimination, in line with the Equality Act 2010.
Reasonable Adjustments
If you have an accessibility need, disability, condition or need any additional support that means you might require changes to the application or recruitment process (for example, you might need to submit your application in a different format), please get in touch with our Resourcing Team at Resourcing@westofengland-ca.gov.uk. We are here to assist and accommodate your needs.
Using Artificial Intelligence (AI)
We want to understand the real person behind each application. While we recognise that some applicants may use AI tools, these should support your writing rather than replace your own voice. AI can be a helpful aid, but your personal insight and individuality are what matter most to us.
Closing dates
Our roles close at midnight on the closing date. Please note this vacancy may close early or be extended depending on the number of applications so please don’t wait to apply. If you have started your application, we’ll give you notice of the new closing date by email.
From a recruitment agency?
We’re not engaging with agencies for this role. Any CVs received from agencies will be considered as unsolicited and the property of the West of England Mayoral Combined Authority, with no obligation to pay agency fees.
