Liability Negotiations Advisor
Location
York, GB
Department Name
OA Liability Negotiator G4
About Network Rail
Join Our Team at Network Rail
Vacancy: Liability Negotiations Advisor
Location: York George Stephenson House
Salary: £35,582 to £42,218 per annum
Role Type: Permanent, Full time
Investing in our people is key to enhancing the safety, reliability, and efficiency of our railway system. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact, then this opportunity is for you
At Network rail you will also have a clear development path with access to training and additional qualifications.
In joining Network Rail, you're not only joining an organisation with a vital role to play for the country, but also a team of more than 40,000 people, and a business dedicated to being one of Britain's best employers.
Network Rail Benefits – In addition to the above, you can enjoy a fantastic range of employee benefits, such as:
* 28 days annual leave + bank holidays
* 75% discount on rail leisure travel for you and your family
* 75% subsidised Season Ticket for work travel (includes Underground)
* A range of pension options
* Annual Performance Related Pay package
* Flexible and agile working arrangements
* Healthcare package
* Discounts on shopping
* Discounted Gym membershipsand much more.
Brief Description
The role of the Liability team is to deliver advice on Network Rail's statutory and contractual obligations for existing and proposed infrastructure. This advice supports the delivery of a safe, efficient, reliable and sustainable rail service, whilst maximising potential cost savings and opportunities.
Most of the railway network was constructed in the 1800s, and Network Rail still relies on historic legislation, case law and records from that time. The Liability Negotiations Advisor is involved in a wide range of activities from closure of level crossings to giving the company advice on pigeon nuisance complaints, for this reason the role is extremely varied with no two days the same. The incredibly varied tasks an Advisor undertakes include:
* Reviewing and interpreting legislation, such as Railway and Highways Acts, and historic legal documents
* Researching and interpreting information from multiple sources, to identify and implement solutions that reduce the Company's liability and expenditure, and ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget and with necessary consents in place
* Liaising with internal stakeholders such as Asset Protection, Property, Sponsors, Maintenance and Level Crossing and Structures teams
* Meeting with external stakeholders, such as landowners, Highway Authorities and user groups (including site visits / meetings and public events) to lead negotiations on options that would reduce Network Rail's liability
We are looking for someone who thrives off a fast-paced environment and enjoys finding solutions and new ways of working to improve customer experience. The ideal candidate will need to be comfortable managing competing priorities and deadlines.
Knowledge and understanding of statutory, common contractual and property law is essential and, whilst not essential, it would be advantageous for a candidate to have a background in English language, history or public rights of way.
About the role (External)
Key Accountabilities –
1. Deliver statutory and contractual advice relating to Network Rail's infrastructure asset protection and liability issues, informing of legal maintenance and renewal obligations in accordance with the advice of Legal Services.
2. Assist with the identification and implementation of opportunities and methods to reduce or eliminate Network Rail's obligations to renew or maintain infrastructure.
3. Progress negotiations with external parties for the reduction, elimination or transfer of rights in level crossings, bridges and other structures and the completion of appropriate documentation.
4. Assist in the preparation of Transport and Works Act Order and Development Consent Order submissions and input into the resolution of issues and objections arising.
5. Advise internal stakeholders on the implications of externally promoted Transport & Works Orders. Provide recommendations to address concerns.
6. Provide specialist support to enable company responses to draft legislation and statutory consultations as required.
7. Progress opportunities and liaise with local authorities on adopting, diverting or stopping up highways under legislation that cross over the railway to enable the closure or reduction in status of level crossings.
8. Provide advice to protect railway infrastructure assets from the unauthorised or unlawful activities by adjoining owners/occupiers and on the use of statutory powers of access to third party land to enable critical civil engineering works to proceed.
Essential
* Degree or equivalent qualification / experience in a relevant subject
* Substantial knowledge of relevant and current statutory, common, contractual and property law and its application
* Substantial inter-personnel and negotiating skills.
Desirable
* Membership of an appropriate professional body (IPROW, RICS, ILEX, Law Society)
* Understanding of Risk management
* Working knowledge of property clearance procedures and input required to protect operational interests.
* Working knowledge of railway infrastructure and engineering and / or public rights of way
Please note: Applicants must provide proof of essential qualifications and/or competencies where required, or demonstrate active progress toward obtaining them, or evidence their applicable experience as a condition of employment.
External how to apply:
Network Rail welcomes applications regardless of age, disability, marital status (including civil partnerships), pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, transgender status, sex (or gender), employment status, trade union affiliation, or other irrelevant factor.
We are a Disability Confident Leader employer We will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria.
We are here to support you through every step of the recruitment process and to enable you to perform to the best of your ability. If you require any adjustments or modifications please contact Mark Holt (Resourcing Business Partner) at You can also visit Evenbreak's Career Hive for advice on accessibility support if you're unsure of the options available.
We positively embrace flexible working, recognising that employees may wish to balance work with their family and home life.
Network Rail is required to comply with UK Government standards when carrying out pre-employment checks for all new starters; this includes a basic criminal record check. In addition to the basic criminal record check, in accordance with the UK Government we are also required to verify your identity, right to work in the UK and previous three years employment history.
Keeping people safe on the railway is at the heart of everything we do, safe behaviour is therefore a requirement of working for Network Rail. You should be able to demonstrate your personal commitment to safety and awareness of our safety vision.
Network Rail can offer you a rewarding career with competitive pay and excellent benefits including a choice of contributory pension schemes, a generous annual leave package, a bonus scheme and an annual 75% subsidy on season tickets costing up to £3,333 (to a maximum amount of £2,500). You will also be entitled to 28 days annual leave
Salary: £35,582 to £42,218 per annum.
*Employees will be entitled to a 75% discount off leisure travel, this includes off peak and super off peak tickets*
***Some of our roles require face to face Drugs & Alcohol testing. Further details will be shared with you as part of your formal offer.****
Closing date 15th September 2025. Late applications will not be accepted. We retain the right to close the advert before the listed closing date based on application volumes.
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Liability Negotiations Advisor
Location
York, GB
Department Name
OA Liability Negotiator G4
About Network Rail
Join Our Team at Network Rail
Vacancy: Liability Negotiations Advisor
Location: York George Stephenson House
Salary: £35,582 to £42,218 per annum
Role Type: Permanent, Full time
Are you ready to make a difference in people's lives? At Network Rail, we connect passengers and freight customers, ensuring safe and efficient transportation across the country. We're an organisation where people truly matter, and when you join us, you matter to us and millions of others. Click here to watch our inspiring video to learn more about us
We're dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive organisation that reflects the passengers we serve. To achieve this, we're committed to becoming an open, diverse, and inclusive workplace, leveraging the skills and expertise of our talented workforce. Together, we strive to create a safe and accessible railway for everyone. Discover more about the importance of Diversity and Inclusion at Network Rail by clicking here.
Investing in our people is key to enhancing the safety, reliability, and efficiency of our railway system. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact, then this opportunity is for you
At Network rail you will also have a clear development path with access to training and additional qualifications.
In joining Network Rail, you're not only joining an organisation with a vital role to play for the country, but also a team of more than 40,000 people, and a business dedicated to being one of Britain's best employers.
Network Rail Benefits – In addition to the above, you can enjoy a fantastic range of employee benefits, such as:
* 28 days annual leave + bank holidays
* 75% discount on rail leisure travel for you and your family
* 75% subsidised Season Ticket for work travel (includes Underground)
* A range of pension options
* Annual Performance Related Pay package
* Flexible and agile working arrangements
* Healthcare package
* Discounts on shopping
* Discounted Gym membershipsand much more.
For the full range of our fantastic benefits click here.
Brief Description
The role of the Liability team is to deliver advice on Network Rail's statutory and contractual obligations for existing and proposed infrastructure. This advice supports the delivery of a safe, efficient, reliable and sustainable rail service, whilst maximising potential cost savings and opportunities.
Most of the railway network was constructed in the 1800s, and Network Rail still relies on historic legislation, case law and records from that time. The Liability Negotiations Advisor is involved in a wide range of activities from closure of level crossings to giving the company advice on pigeon nuisance complaints, for this reason the role is extremely varied with no two days the same. The incredibly varied tasks an Advisor undertakes include:
* Reviewing and interpreting legislation, such as Railway and Highways Acts, and historic legal documents
* Researching and interpreting information from multiple sources, to identify and implement solutions that reduce the Company's liability and expenditure, and ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget and with necessary consents in place
* Liaising with internal stakeholders such as Asset Protection, Property, Sponsors, Maintenance and Level Crossing and Structures teams
* Meeting with external stakeholders, such as landowners, Highway Authorities and user groups (including site visits / meetings and public events) to lead negotiations on options that would reduce Network Rail's liability
We are looking for someone who thrives off a fast-paced environment and enjoys finding solutions and new ways of working to improve customer experience. The ideal candidate will need to be comfortable managing competing priorities and deadlines.
Knowledge and understanding of statutory, common contractual and property law is essential and, whilst not essential, it would be advantageous for a candidate to have a background in English language, history or public rights of way.
About the role (External)
Key Accountabilities –
1. Deliver statutory and contractual advice relating to Network Rail's infrastructure asset protection and liability issues, informing of legal maintenance and renewal obligations in accordance with the advice of Legal Services.
2. Assist with the identification and implementation of opportunities and methods to reduce or eliminate Network Rail's obligations to renew or maintain infrastructure.
3. Progress negotiations with external parties for the reduction, elimination or transfer of rights in level crossings, bridges and other structures and the completion of appropriate documentation.
4. Assist in the preparation of Transport and Works Act Order and Development Consent Order submissions and input into the resolution of issues and objections arising.
5. Advise internal stakeholders on the implications of externally promoted Transport & Works Orders. Provide recommendations to address concerns.
6. Provide specialist support to enable company responses to draft legislation and statutory consultations as required.
7. Progress opportunities and liaise with local authorities on adopting, diverting or stopping up highways under legislation that cross over the railway to enable the closure or reduction in status of level crossings.
8. Provide advice to protect railway infrastructure assets from the unauthorised or unlawful activities by adjoining owners/occupiers and on the use of statutory powers of access to third party land to enable critical civil engineering works to proceed.
Essential
* Degree or equivalent qualification / experience in a relevant subject
* Substantial knowledge of relevant and current statutory, common, contractual and property law and its application
* Substantial inter-personnel and negotiating skills.
Desirable
* Membership of an appropriate professional body (IPROW, RICS, ILEX, Law Society)
* Understanding of Risk management
* Working knowledge of property clearance procedures and input required to protect operational interests.
* Working knowledge of railway infrastructure and engineering and / or public rights of way
Please note: Applicants must provide proof of essential qualifications and/or competencies where required, or demonstrate active progress toward obtaining them, or evidence their applicable experience as a condition of employment.
How to apply (External)
External how to apply:
Network Rail welcomes applications regardless of age, disability, marital status (including civil partnerships), pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, transgender status, sex (or gender), employment status, trade union affiliation, or other irrelevant factor.
We are a Disability Confident Leader employer We will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria.
We are here to support you through every step of the recruitment process and to enable you to perform to the best of your ability. If you require any adjustments or modifications please contact Mark Holt (Resourcing Business Partner) at You can also visit Evenbreak's Career Hive for advice on accessibility support if you're unsure of the options available.
We positively embrace flexible working, recognising that employees may wish to balance work with their family and home life.
Network Rail Benefits – To find out about what benefits we offer, click here
Network Rail is required to comply with UK Government standards when carrying out pre-employment checks for all new starters; this includes a basic criminal record check. In addition to the basic criminal record check, in accordance with the UK Government we are also required to verify your identity, right to work in the UK and previous three years employment history.
All offers of employment are conditional upon satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks. Click here for more information. Please ensure you have the appropriate Right to Work status when applying for this role.
Keeping people safe on the railway is at the heart of everything we do, safe behaviour is therefore a requirement of working for Network Rail. You should be able to demonstrate your personal commitment to safety and awareness of our safety vision.
Network Rail can offer you a rewarding career with competitive pay and excellent benefits including a choice of contributory pension schemes, a generous annual leave package, a bonus scheme and an annual 75% subsidy on season tickets costing up to £3,333 (to a maximum amount of £2,500). You will also be entitled to 28 days annual leave
Salary: £35,582 to £42,218 per annum.
*Employees will be entitled to a 75% discount off leisure travel, this includes off peak and super off peak tickets*
***Some of our roles require face to face Drugs & Alcohol testing. Further details will be shared with you as part of your formal offer.****
Closing date 15th September 2025. Late applications will not be accepted. We retain the right to close the advert before the listed closing date based on application volumes.
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