Professional Services roles
We offer a variety of professional and administrative roles in areas such as facilities, fundraising, communication, IT, human resources, research services and education and library services.
Our professional services teams are tailored to meet the needs of a research organisation, and many of our employees in these teams have backgrounds in science, or experience of working with scientists and clinicians.
Our specialist finance team is experienced at dealing with research grants, and staff within our Business and Innovation Office have the expertise to negotiate complex collaborative agreements between the ICR and pharmaceutical and biotech companies.
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Current vacancies
Business Development Manager
About the Role We are seeking a Business Development Manager to join The Institute of Cancer Research’s (ICR’s) Business and Innovation Office and contribute to to support a portfolio of academics by protecting and commercialising their research, supporting them in securing translational funding and to highlight to them the benefits of working with industry. The successful candidate will play a key role in strategic project evaluation, stakeholder engagement, IP protection, commercial deal-making (collaborations and licensing), and translational funding support. Key Responsibilities Identify and assess commercially viable research Protect IP and manage confidentiality agreements Draft and negotiate licensing and collaboration contracts Support translational funding applications Drive spinout opportunity management About You We are looking for a proactive, detail-oriented team player. PhD, MBA or equivalent in a relevant field Experience in business development or technology transfer Direct experience of negotiating and closing deals with external partners Strong communication, negotiation, and organizational skills What We Offer • Supportive, collaborative environment • Career development opportunities • Competitive salary and pension Department/Directorate Information The Business and Innovation Office drives commercialisation and strategic partnerships to maximise patient benefit. For more details, please refer to the job pack. For an informal discussion regarding the role, please contact Dr. Amritha Nair via Email on [email protected]
Philanthropy Officer
About the Role We are seeking a motivated Philanthropy Officer to join our Development and Communications Directorate. In this role, you will help drive the ICR's fundraising efforts by securing philanthropic support from individual donors to fund pioneering research programmes and initiatives. The Institute of Cancer Research, London (ICR) has a proud track record of making the discoveries that defeat cancer. The Development Team is responsible for maximising support from major donors, individuals, trusts, corporates, charity partners and events. We raise in excess of £14m per annum and our fundraising strategy sets us on course to significantly grow this amount in the next few years. We are motivated by the awe-inspiring work of our scientists and clinicians, and confident in the knowledge that the quality of our research is unsurpassed. Key Responsibilities The successful candidate will play a vital role in in the Philanthropy team, building relationships with high value donors and potential donors and leading on a strategic stewardship programme to advance cancer research funding and impact. Working closely with colleagues, you will: Manage a portfolio of philanthropy donors and potential donors to secure vital philanthropic support Lead on the design and implementation of a stewardship programme to strengthen engagement and ensure a consistent, high-quality experience Support colleagues in the delivery of tailored cultivation and stewardship plans. About You The ideal candidate will excel at building and developing external relationships and possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills. You will be educated to degree level or equivalent; demonstrate a solid understanding of philanthropy and fundraising from high-net-worth individuals; be confident and professional in approach; and have strong organisation and project management skills. You will be passionate about helping the ICR achieve its mission to make the discoveries that defeat cancer. What We Offer A supportive and collaborative working environment. Opportunities for professional development and career progression. Competitive salary and pension 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 Donna Heenan on 0203 437 6399 or [email protected].
Human Resources Administrator
Are you an organised, proactive HR professional looking for a short-term opportunity to make a real impact? We’re seeking an HR Administrator to join our team for a 3-month contract, supporting key HR functions and helping us deliver a seamless employee experience. About the role We pride ourselves on our innovative approach, dedication to quality, and fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment. As an HR Administrator, you will provide high quality and professional HR administrative services. The ideal candidate will be confident in providing support and guidance to managers and staff on HR administrative process. You will undertake a range of generalist HR related duties, including acting as a first point of call for general HR advice while proactively managing HR Inboxes alongside the other HR Administrators. If you have great interpersonal skills, flexibility to meet the challenges of a busy work environment, and a desire to continue to learn, then we would like to hear from you. Applications will be reviewed as they come in. We encourage all applicants to access the job description pack attached for more detailed information regarding this role. For an informal discussion regarding the Sutton based role, please contact Karen Grieff via email on [email protected].