About the role
Team: Delivery NCN
As the Network Development Manager, you will be responsible for planning, delivering, and reviewing National Cycle Network infrastructure projects across Devon and Cornwall. Your work will need to match the goals of the Walk Wheel Cycle Trust and meet required inclusive active travel standards.
This role brings together technical knowledge, project management, community engagement, and strategic thinking. You will work closely with a range of people, both inside and outside the organisation, to help deliver projects that are effective and long-lasting.
You work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to deliver impactful and sustainable active travel outcomes
What You’ll Be Doing
Take the lead in managing and delivering NCN infrastructure projects. This includes planning, design, construction, and reviewing how well the project was delivered once completed.
Build and maintain positive working relationships with external partners and local authorities. Work together with them to develop active travel infrastructure projects collaboratively.
Plan, organise, and take part in community engagement activities. This helps make sure projects are developed in a collaborative and inclusive way.
Review and analyse information from policies, audits, surveys, and site visits. Use this information to create technical reports, feasibility studies, and progress updates.
This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about creating a real change for walking, wheeling and cycling in Devon and Cornwall, connecting people and places and providing traffic-free spaces for everyone to enjoy.
About you
We’re looking for someone who has experience and understanding in the areas listed below. You don’t need to meet every requirement — if you feel you’d be a good fit, we encourage you to apply.
Good practical knowledge of active travel infrastructure and how it is designed and delivered. This includes an understanding of spatial planning and transport planning.
Experience of managing infrastructure projects. Able to organise work, plan, and prioritise tasks across more than one project at the same time.
Strong communication skills, both spoken and written. This includes giving presentations, writing clear technical reports, being able to explain ideas, and influence others.
The ability to work in a way that promotes the safety and wellbeing of children, young people and adults at risk.
Living our values
At the Walk Wheel Cycle Trust, we’re a values‑driven organisation. We’re looking for people who are:
Always Learning – curious, open‑minded and committed to continuous improvement.
Championing Equity – inclusive, respectful and focused on ensuring everyone has a voice and fair opportunity to succeed.
Taking Ownership – proactive, responsible and empowered to make things better.
Delivering Together – collaborative, transparent and motivated by shared success.
Through our values we make it possible for more people to walk, wheel and cycle safely, healthily and joyfully.
Additional information
Application deadline: 23:59, 28 June 2026
Interviews will be held via Microsoft Teams during the week of 06 July 2026. To apply, please complete our online application form.
We are committed to being a truly inclusive employer. We welcome applications from everyone from all parts of the community.
Adjustments are available throughout the application process.
Why work for us?
At Walk Wheel Cycle Trust, you'll be part of a movement to make it easier for people to walk and cycle.
We're all here to change things. You'll be part of an incredible community of talented, passionate, creative problem solvers all working together to change things for the better.
We act locally and think big - we have a vision of a society where the way we travel creates healthier places and happier lives for everyone.
You'll be questioning the status quo and daring to imagine a different world. You'll work on exciting, impactful projects that will stretch and empower you and you'll be rewarded by seeing the difference you make to people, communities and the planet.
We believe including everyone is central to who we are and what we want to achieve. We welcome difference and pride ourselves on creating a culture where you can be yourself and where your wellness is supported.
You'll be guaranteed to make friends for life and work with a team that is incredibly flexible, supportive, ethical and fun.
What we offer
Wellbeing
- 28 days leave per annum plus bank holidays for full-time working.
- Ability to buy an extra week of annual leave (pro rata for part-time staff).
- Staff volunteer days.
- 24/7 free, impartial and confidential support service.
- We are members of the Green Commute Initiative and Cycle Scheme who both offer cycle to work schemes.
Financial
- Up to two extra days of paid leave (pro rata for part‑time colleagues) when travelling sustainably for holidays
- Group Personal Pension scheme with a 6% or 7% of basic salary contribution being matched by Walk Wheel Cycle Trust.
- Bike, computer and season ticket loans.
- Discount benefits.
- London Weighting Allowance of £4,530 for all those living within a London Borough (32 local authority districts plus the City of London).
- Death in service benefit – 3 times annual salary.
Family-friendly
- Enhanced maternity and paternity pay.
- Flexible Working practices (full-time hours are 37.5 per week, Monday - Friday).
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