Executive Lead, Research Approvals & Regulation

The Methodist Church in Britain; Newcastle upon Tyne; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Hybrid or office-based options

Investment in staff development

Wellbeing-focused workplace culture

Job summary

The Health Research Authority is seeking a Deputy Director of Approvals to provide executive leadership for regulatory services, including Research Ethics Committees and the Confidentiality Advisory Group. The role shapes the approvals landscape across the UK and leads major programmes that support strategic objectives.

Flexible, home-based or compressed-hours options are available. Applicants need a right to work in the UK; sponsorship is not available.

Qualifications

• Masters-level education in a relevant subject, or equivalent senior management experience.
• Significant senior-level experience in health and care research management or regulation.
• Proven ability to develop strategies, business plans and manage financial performance.

Responsibilities

• Provide executive and strategic leadership for regulatory services, including Research Ethics Committees and the Confidentiality Advisory Group.
• Drive service improvement, innovation and transformation across the approvals landscape.
• Oversee operational performance, business planning, workforce planning, risk management and financial performance across the directorate.
• Act as deputy to the Director of Approvals, leading across the full directorate when required.
• Build and maintain relationships with government departments, regulators, NHS organisations, researchers, universities and industry.
• Lead major programmes and projects that support the HRA's strategic objectives.
• Provide expert leadership on research regulation, ethics, and related policy development.
• Lead and inspire a large, diverse workforce and volunteer community, fostering inclusion and accountability.

Skills

Ethical frameworks

Regulatory knowledge

Strategic leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Policy development

Change management

Data protection knowledge

Education

Masters-level education

Job description

The Health Research Authority is seeking a Deputy Director of Approvals to provide executive leadership for regulatory services, including Research Ethics Committees and the Confidentiality Advisory Group. The role shapes the approvals landscape across the UK and leads major programmes that support strategic objectives.

Flexible, home-based or compressed-hours options are available. Applicants need a right to work in the UK; sponsorship is not available.