R&D Proposals Lead

Digital Catapult Group; London, Bristol, Gateshead; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Rejoignez Digital Catapult en tant que R&D Proposals Lead et jouez un rôle clé dans la structuration de l'avenir numérique du Royaume-Uni. Vous serez responsable de la gestion d'un portefeuille de propositions, en assurant des soumissions de haute qualité en conformité avec les exigences des bailleurs de fonds. Ce rôle implique la collaboration étroite avec des experts internes et des partenaires externes pour favoriser l'excellence des propositions.

Benefits

5% performance-related bonus

25 jours de congés annuels

Double-matched pension jusqu'à 10% du salaire

Assurance vie 4x le salaire

Modèle de travail hybride

Programme de bien-être financier

Événements sociaux d'entreprise

Investissement dans l'apprentissage et le développement

Qualifications

• Expérience avérée dans la gestion et la soumission de propositions de financement.
• Compréhension des principes FEC et développement de budgets de proposition.
• Antécédents en innovation ou R&D fortement appréciés.

Responsibilities

• Mener le développement et la soumission de propositions R&D.
• Coordonner des équipes internes pour garantir des soumissions de qualité.
• Interpréter la documentation des bailleurs de fonds et conseiller sur les exigences.

Skills

Management de propositions R&D

Coordination des parties prenantes

Rédaction de narratives de proposition

Compréhension des sources de financement public

Compétences en communication

Job description

Join Digital Catapult as our new R&D Proposals Lead and play a critical role in shaping the UK’s future in advanced digital technologies. Operating between pre-award operations and strategic bid management, the role will manage a portfolio of proposals across a range of public and private funding sources, ensuring high-quality, timely, and compliant submissions. The role will drive proposal excellence, collaborate closely with internal experts and external partners, and provide subject matter guidance on funder expectations and internal policies.

WHAT YOU’LL DO (Duties)

1. Lead the development and submission of high-value, complex R&D grant proposals and commercial bids.
2. Coordinate internal bid teams and ensure quality, timely submissions across multiple departments.
3. Interpret funder documentation and advise on requirements, compliance, and internal processes.
4. Support budget development aligned with full economic costing (FEC) and funder guidelines.
5. Improve internal systems for pre-award proposal management and bid development.
6. Drive proposal content strategy including impact, innovation, and collaboration sections.
7. Proven experience managing and submitting R&D grant proposals or commercial bids.
8. Strong understanding of public funding sources (e.g., UKRI, Innovate UK, EC Horizon).
9. Skilled in stakeholder coordination, communication, and navigating tight deadlines.
10. Familiarity with FEC principles and proposal budget development.
11. Demonstrated ability to write, review, and enhance proposal narratives and documentation.
12. Previous experience in or supporting innovation or R&D environments.

Deadline for Applications: 23rd June 2025

We are committed to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion. We value diverse backgrounds and aim to build a representative organization of UK society. We welcome applications from neurodivergent candidates, minority and underrepresented groups, and candidates with varying levels of experience, provided they demonstrate the requisite skills.

As members of the Disability Confident Scheme, we guarantee interviews for all disabled applicants who meet minimum criteria. Please discuss any adjustments needed for the interview process.

Digital Catapult is an equal opportunities employer.

• Recognized as one of the UK’s Top 100 Best Workplaces and in the UK’s Best Workplaces in Tech and Large Organisations.
• 5% performance-related bonus.
• Disability Confident Committed Level 1 Employer.
• Excellent holiday package: 25 days annual leave, Bank Holidays, and 3 days between Christmas and New Year.
• Double-matched pension up to 10% of salary.
• Benefits scheme including health cash plan, Private Medical Insurance, holiday buying, pension top-up.
• E-Vehicle Scheme, Cycle2Work, Tech Scheme, Gym Discounts, Give As You Earn, PerkPal.
• Life insurance 4x salary.
• Access to EAP & Financial Wellbeing advice.
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave.
• Hybrid working model with office presence 2 days/week; some roles may require more onsite work.
• Investment in ongoing learning and development.
• Company social events, free snacks, and vibrant culture with employee-led affinity groups and initiatives on Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion.

We enjoy socialising and engaging in activities like football, running, climbing, and volunteering throughout the year.