Band 6 Research and Development Business Manager-Bristol

Avon & Wiltshire Mental Health Partnership NHS Trust; Bristol; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated professional to foster a research-positive environment. This role involves supporting research leaders and building collaborative relationships to develop impactful research programs. You will be the first point of contact for grant-related inquiries and provide essential support to the R&D team, ensuring smooth operational management. With a focus on project and financial management, your expertise will help drive the success of research initiatives. If you are self-motivated and adaptable, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Educated to NVQ level 7 or equivalent experience.
• Significant experience in a similar role, preferably within the NHS.

Responsibilities

• Promote and lead a research-positive environment supporting high-quality research.
• Act as the first point of contact for all grant-related enquiries.

Skills

Analytical Skills

IT Skills (MS Office)

Project Management

Financial Management

Communication Skills

Education

NVQ Level 7/Degree Level Qualification

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Duties and responsibilities

To promote, develop, and lead a research-positive environment that supports high-quality research by supporting research leaders. This includes encouraging, initiating, and building collaborative relationships with partners to develop research programmes.

To act as the first point of contact for all grant-related and commercial enquiries.

To support R&D within the Trust by providing advice and financial information to researchers and the Finance Department, under the guidance of the R&D Senior Management Team.

To assist the Director and Associate Director in the smooth operational management of R&D, including providing excellent administrative support throughout the department.

To coordinate business activities for R&D in line with internal and external cycles, ensuring timely and comprehensive monthly performance reporting.

To undertake other specified project work as required.

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential criteria

• Educated to NVQ level 7/Degree level qualification or equivalent experience.

Experience

Essential criteria

• Significant experience in a similar role, preferably within the NHS or universities sector.

Operational management experience

Essential criteria

• Experience in project, financial, and line management.

Skills

Essential criteria

• Ability to analyze and interpret complex, confidential research management information.

IT literacy

Essential criteria

• Excellent IT skills, especially in MS Office applications including Excel, Word, email, and internet use.

Personal qualities

Essential criteria

• Highly self-motivated with the ability to work independently.

Adaptability

Essential criteria

• Flexible and adaptable approach to duties to meet deadlines and organizational needs.