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Emilia Kilburn

Senior Consultant
ek@newsomconsulting.co.uk

Head of High Speed Transport

Sector: Rail

Salary: Competitive

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We’ve been retained by an innovative and fast-growing UK technology company to find their next Head of High-Speed Transport, a senior role leading the strategic, commercial, and operational growth of their high-speed transport business.

Our client specialises in advanced connectivity solutions that transform passenger Wi-Fi experiences on high-speed transport networks. This is a key leadership role, offering the opportunity to shape the future of high-speed connectivity across the UK and international transport networks.

You will work with cutting-edge technology that enhances the passenger experience, within a collaborative and agile team that encourages creativity, curiosity, and professional growth.

The ideal candidate will have experience selling to railway asset owners and train operators in the UK. Experience in Europe or the Middle East is also highly valued.

This role is pivotal in driving the company’s strategic direction, commercial performance, and product roadmap within this high-growth market. It’s an exciting opportunity to join a disruptive, forward-thinking company and make a lasting impact on the future of rail technology.

 

Key Accountabilities

  • Set and drive the strategic direction of the high-speed transport business line, aligned with the company’s broader vision.
  • Shape market positioning and develop long-term growth plans for passenger Wi-Fi and connectivity offload solutions in the transport sector.
  • Monitor emerging trends, technologies, and regulatory changes impacting high-speed connectivity.
  • Deliver on revenue, margin, and profitability targets for the business line.
  • Lead pricing strategy and commercial models for products and services.
  • Oversee business development, including customer acquisition, partnerships, and key account management within the transport industry.
  • Identify and develop new commercial opportunities with train operators, system integrators, and infrastructure partners.
  • Define and manage the product roadmap, ensuring alignment with customer needs, technological innovation, and business objectives.
  • Collaborate closely with engineering and product teams to turn market requirements into deliverable solutions.

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