At East Midlands Railway (EMR), we’re proud to be One Team—working together to keep people safe, deliver great journeys, and do the right thing for our customers and communities.

With over 2,600 colleagues, it’s our people who make the difference—and our IT team plays a vital role in keeping our railway running smoothly, safely, and sustainably.

We’re now looking for a Business Continuity & Disaster Recovery Manager to join our IT function in this exciting opportunity to shape and embed resilience across the organisation, ensuring EMR is prepared for whatever comes next.

About the role

You’ll lead the development and delivery of EMR’s Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery strategies, helping to safeguard critical services and minimise disruption.

Working across the business, you’ll identify risks, assess impacts, and design practical, effective plans aligned to ISO 22301 and ISO 27031 standards.

This is a highly collaborative role where you’ll influence stakeholders at all levels and play a key part in strengthening organisational resilience.

What you’ll be doing

• Develop and continuously improve EMR’s Business Continuity Strategy in line with business needs and risk priorities 
• Lead the creation and maintenance of Business Continuity Plans across all departments 
• Develop and manage the Disaster Recovery Strategy, aligned to Business Impact Assessments 
• Partner with the Infosec & Governance Senior Manager to support risk register reviews 
• Design and deliver testing exercises (from tabletop to full-scale simulations), identifying opportunities for improvement 
• Provide expert guidance and support to stakeholders across the organisation 

What we’re looking for

• Degree-level education or equivalent experience 
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively 
• Proven experience in Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery planning and delivery 
• Confidence designing, evaluating and managing formal processes and procedures 
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to influence and engage a wide range of stakeholders 
• A track record of building effective working relationships across teams 

 It would be a bonus if you have:

• Familiarity with cyber security principles 

What you’ll get in return

We offer a competitive salary and a range of great benefits, including:

• Defined benefit pension scheme 
• Free standard leisure travel on the EMR network and selected partner operators 
• Discounted travel for friends and family 
• 75% discount on national rail leisure travel (including partner and dependants) 
• And much more 

Our commitment to inclusion

We’re proud to be recognised as a Top Employer (eight times) and Gold accredited by Inclusive Employers. Creating a diverse and inclusive workplace is a priority for us.

We particularly welcome applications from women and people from ethnic minority backgrounds, as these groups are currently under-represented in our workforce. We want our teams to better reflect the communities we serve.

How to apply

Apply online by submitting your CV.

Please note: we use a blind screening process, so ensure all personal details (including your name) are removed from your CV before submitting.

Closing Date: 26 Apr 2026

Department: Managerial/Administration

Salary: circa £53,000
Free travel EMR services and 75% discount on all other train operators

10 times accredited as a Top Employer and Gold accredited for Inclusive Employers Standards, we value our people and are dedicated to making sure that everybody feels empowered to bring their authentic self to work.

Safety, integrity and customer experience are at the heart of everything we do. We are now seeking a highly organised and detail-oriented Facilities & Assets Team Organiser to support the operational management of the Assets and Facilities team.

This is an exciting opportunity to ensure smooth financial and administrative operations within the team, maintaining accurate records, processing purchase orders and invoices, and supporting both project-based and routine activities across the EMR network.

About the Role

You will play a crucial part in ensuring the accurate management of the Asset Management budget, maintaining master records, processing invoices, and supporting the administrative and operational functions of the Assets and Facilities team. You will liaise with internal and external stakeholders, ensure timely completion of payroll and attendance records, and support the team in delivering continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Accountabilities

• Raise Purchase Orders as required and maintain master records of all spending within the Assets Management budget 
• Enter GRNs/part-GRNs for invoices received and update the PO spreadsheet 
• Resolve invoice matching queries with Head Finance Office via eBis, liaising with third-party contractors as needed 
• Raise invoice requests for contributions to schemes from Network Rail, SQR, or other bodies, updating records accordingly 
• Complete weekly electronic timesheets for Artisans, Station Service Technicians, and submit to EMR Payroll 
• Complete weekly Staff Status Returns for the Assets Management team and submit to EMR Payroll 
• Maintain attendance records, including annual leave, sickness, and training course participation 
• Schedule and attend internal and external meetings, ensure stakeholders are invited, take notes, update action trackers, and circulate minutes 
• Organise and book overnight stays, coordinating with hotels and team members 
• Assist with project-based information, uploading data to the Concerto CAFM system 
• Attend periodic meetings with Artisans, Station Service Technicians, and SQR Technicians, taking notes and updating spreadsheets 
• Support confidential team meetings with note-taking and record-keeping 
• Assist with updating the Asset Inventory or Fault Data system 
• Maintain Assets & Facilities training records 
• Manage the EMR Customer Experience road vehicle fleet and ANPR database 

About You

• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail 
• Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office; experience with CAFM systems (e.g., Concerto) desirable
• Comfortable liaising with multiple internal and external stakeholders 
• Ability to prioritise, multitask, and work under pressure 
• Experience in financial administration, invoice processing, or project coordination is advantageous 
• Confident in managing records, reporting, and maintaining accurate data 

What We Offer

• Hybrid working model (2–3 days in the office following initial training) 
• A supportive, collaborative, and inclusive team environment 
• Opportunities to contribute to continuous improvement and operational excellence across EMR

What else?

• Excellent Railway Pension scheme 
• Free Standard Class travel on East Midlands Railway and our partnering Train Operating Companies 
• Friends and Family discounted tickets on the EMR network 
• 75% discount on national rail travel (including partner and dependants) 
• Various training and development opportunities 
• …and many more!

Closing Date: 22 Apr 2026

Department: Customer Experience

Salary: Circa £25,000 depending on experience