Governance & Committee Support Manager

The Institute Of Cancer Research; London; Hybrid; GBP 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The Institute of Cancer Research seeks two individuals for high-level committee support roles related to governance and research services. Ideal candidates will possess a PhD in biomedical sciences and demonstrate excellent communication and organizational skills, working in a hybrid environment between Chelsea and Sutton.

Benefits

Supportive and collaborative working environment

Opportunities for professional development and career progression

Competitive salary and pension

Qualifications

• PhD in biomedical sciences or equivalent experience.
• Experience in providing high-quality committee and secretariat support.
• Ability to work independently and flexibly.

Responsibilities

• Provide secretariat support for ICR Governance Committees and Scientific Advisory Board.
• Support effective delivery of governance meetings and scientific meetings.
• Identify and improve ways of working.

Skills

Communication

Organisational skills

IT skills

Education

PhD in biomedical sciences

Job description

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Key Information

Salary: £51,500

Duration of Contract: Fixed Term for 12 months

Hours per week: 35 hours per week (Full Time)

Location: Chelsea, with travel to Sutton. This role is eligible for hybrid working.

Closing Date:17 July 2025

Interviews will be held W/C 28 July 2025

Job Details

About the Role

We are seeking two individuals with experience of committee support and working closely with Board/ Executive team members ideally in a science-based working environment.

You will work closely with the Director of Research Services & Head of Governance in supporting the work of the ICR's Boards and Committees across the different areas of the ICR (governance and research services). You will provide high-level secretariat support for boards and committees, in particular, to support the effective and efficient delivery of both general governance meetings and scientific meetings and lead on identifying and driving improved ways of working.

This is a unique and exciting opportunity to join one of the world's leading cancer research organisations, overseeing a wide-ranging committee portfolio. Further information on the role, including benefits of working at the ICR and selection criteria, can be found in the job description.

For informal discussions on the role, please contact [email protected]

Key Responsibilities

Provision of excellent secretariat support for key ICR Governance Committees, strategic Research Committees and the ICR's Scientific Advisory Board (SAB).

About You

The successful candidate will have a PhD in biomedical sciences, or considerable equivalent knowledge and experience in a relevant setting.

In addition to having excellent communication, IT and organisational skills, the successful candidate will have experience of providing high-quality committee and secretariat support and an ability to work independently and flexibly.
Enthusiasm, dedication to the ICR's values and a passion for our mission are essential qualities for any successful candidate.

Please refer to the job description for the full person specification for this role.

What We Offer

• A supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Competitive salary and pension

Department/Directorate Information

The Research Services Directorate includes the Research Operations Unit, Strategic Grants, Policy and Partnerships and Core Research Facilities. The teams provide proactive research support to the research community including support for Faculty recruitment, research committees, research systems and information and grant coordination along with monitoring the UK research funding and policy landscape to ensure the ICR can respond to changes and opportunities. In addition the team is responsible for running key core research facilities.
The role of Research Services directorate is to create an efficient and effective research environment for the scientific community to flourish.

Governance Teams at the ICR

Governance at the ICR covers the following areas:

• Support for the Board of Trustees and its main sub-committees including the Nomination Committee, Audit & Risk Committee, Investments & Building Development Committee, Executive Board and Remuneration Committee in order to ensure timely and effective decision-making and that the ICR meets all relevant statutory obligations and the highest standards of external accountability and internal efficiency.
• Support for the two main internal governance committees of the ICR, namely the Heads of Division (comprising all the Heads of Division at the ICR and the CEO) and the Management Committee (comprising all the Professional Services Directors of the ICR and academic representatives)
• Support for research strategy and oversight of research operations (including Research Strategy Board, Research Infrastructure Oversight Committee, HSE Committee)

We encourage all applicants to access the job pack attached for more detailed information regarding this role. For an informal discussion regarding the role, please contact Emma Pendleton via Email [email protected]

About The Institute of Cancer Research

Why work for us?

As a member of staff, you'll have exclusive access to a range of staff benefits.

The ICR is committed to supporting overseas applicants applying for roles, please click here to find out further information.

The Institute of Cancer Research, London, is one of the world's most influential cancer research institutes, with an outstanding record of achievement dating back more than 100 years. Further information about working at the ICR can be found here.

At the Institute of Cancer Research, we champion diversity as we believe it fuels innovation and drives impactful research. We welcome applicants from all walks of life, valuing diverse perspectives that enrich our work.

Don't let a checklist of qualifications hold you back - if you're passionate about the role, we want to hear from you. Your unique experiences and backgrounds contribute to the richness of our team. We are committed to being an equal opportunity for all, regardless of ethnicity, gender, age, sexual orientation, disability, or any other dimension of diversity. Join us in creating an inclusive environment where everyone's voice is heard and valued.