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
Oracle Solutions Delivery Lead
About the Role We are seeking an experienced Oracle Solution Delivery Lead who will bring both strong specialist Oracle applications Finance, HCM, EPM knowledge and experience of delivering Oracle Solutions, with a robust understanding of modern underpinning Oracle modern best practises and underpinning technologies. The role is responsible for managing, co ordinating and driving the design, development and delivery of the Stratus workstream activities, to deliver the design of an optimised solution based Oracle modern best practises and ICR design principles, to bring QA rigour and ensure supplier delivery is managed to quality and time, bringing deep domain knowledge with Oracle technical expertise to advise the SMEs and translate solution design impacts and technical configuration options, using non-technical terms into meaningful process driven solutions. Delivering and prioritising delivery such that delivery is on time, on budget and reduces complexity for users. Working collaboratively with the Finance, Research Management, Digital Services and Stratus Programme teams to ensure that all HR/Finance/Research Management-related processes are aligned with the Stratus / Oracle system’s requirements. Working collaboratively with third parties, including implementation partners. This role involves supporting change, supporting the transition, and coordinating all Stratus functions and ensuring the relevant training, communication, employee data migration, testing and compliance requirements are fully met. The role will be the “go to” person for the cross workstream delivery and will ensure that operational teams are up to date on priorities, schedules and workstream progress, and that cross functional input requirements are well-planned to minimise the impact on operations. Key Responsibilities • Provide visible and effective leadership and stewardship to plan, manage and execute the delivery of the workstreams across the lifecycle of the project. • Act as the Stratus ambassador for the workstream, build and maintain relationships with colleagues and with stakeholders across the ICR. • Manage the day-to-day delivery of the project on behalf of the Director/team from the overall solution design, solution configuration, technical delivery, and operations phases. This includes and is not limited to the alignment of the technical solution design and technical configuration, and approval of solution design. This will require management of integrations, data migration, testing and cleansing activities reports. Working across all Stratus areas to develop the security, roles and workflows. Ensuring the delivery plan is sustainable and providing programme director advice and guidance on manageable waves /phases. • Lead on the development of STRATUS service improvement opportunities and plans to implement further process improvements arising from the new Oracle solutions ensuring all new quarterly upgrades are considered as part of the development and a process implemented as part of the transition to ensure continuous improvement. About You We are looking for an Oracle professional with strong project management and leadership skills. You will bring specialist skills to devise and implement effective and efficient processes and procedures for the ICR, aligned to Oracle modern best practices. You will have technical skills and knowledge to manage the design, configuration and delivery of security roles, workflows and personalisation. What We Offer A supportive and collaborative working environment. Opportunities for professional development and career progression. Competitive salary and pension Department/Directorate Information 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 [email protected].
Project Delivery Officer
About the Role We are seeking an experienced Project Delivery officer to join the PMO team on the ICR's Stratus Programme. You will be joining the programme which started in early 2025 to implement Oracle across three workstreams - finance, human resources and research management. The programme is part of the ICR's strategic commitment to develop an excellent organisation. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the delivery working with the programme's PMO. Key Responsibilities Support the programme and third-party suppliers, align to plan and deliverables, highlighting potential risk and issues and highlighting resourcing conflict. Coordinate meetings, workshops and training sessions with internal stakeholders and external suppliers. Manage and co-ordinate team diaries. Capture and record actions from meetings, ensuring these are tracked and completed in a timely manner. Prepare reporting templates for stakeholder and progress meetings, sending reminders for submissions and contributions. Lead on and own project trackers, including RAID log, supporting Programme Director and Project teams to ensure all new risks are captured as well as mitigations being followed and update. About You We are looking for someone who has previously worked on Oracle implementation programmes and is familiar with the product as well as the various phases of an ERP programme. As you will be joining half way through the programme, you will need to be confident joining a busy, fast moving programme with a proactive approach to day to day project tasks. Educated to degree level or equivalent knowledge/experience. Knowledge and experience of project support on an Oracle Implementation project Project Management / Programme Management qualification or equivalent knowledge/experience. Exceptional organisation and attention to detail skills. Experience in supporting muti-vendor, including third party projects 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 [email protected].
Senior Infrastructure Engineer
Are you a seasoned Infrastructure Engineer looking for a new challenge? We're seeking a highly skilled and experienced professional to join our team. As a key member of our 3rd line support unit, you'll play a crucial role in supporting and administering our on-premises and cloud infrastructure. Key Requirements The successful candidate must have significant experience of working in a third line support environment with a variety of computerised systems as well as experience of working as an escalation point for other members of staff. The successful candidate for this position must have experience and expert knowledge supporting all the following: Azure | Azure Local Experience scripting in PowerShell | Terraform | Bicep Active Directory | Azure Entra ID Experience of using ITSM tooling. Knowledge on diagnosing complex problems. Microsoft Windows Please note, a flexible approach to location including a willingness to travel between sites as required as well as the ability to work occasionally outside the normal 0830-1730 Mon-Fri to meet the needs of ICR support. Department/Directorate Information One of the Digital Services teams, Infrastructure is critical to the institute. Responsible for the infrastructure supporting all staff to deliver the goal of defeating cancer. 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 email [email protected]
Senior Category Manager (IT & Professional Services)
About the Role We are seeking a Senior Category Manager (IT and Professional Services) to join our Procurement Team and contribute to establishing a category approach with a focus on embedding sustainability through the procurement life cycle. . The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring a suitable strategic approach, operational planning and delivery for the Laboratories Category. Collaborating with stakeholders to ensure compliant processes which emphasise sustainability, meet business needs, supports ICR strategy and deliver value for money. Key Responsibilities Carry out the required spend, stakeholder and supplier analysis Develop and implement detailed procurement pipeline plans Establish & maintain effective relationships with stakeholders, suppliers, technical staff and colleagues Oversee contract management and supplier relationship management Adopt and drive strategies to embed ICR Sustainable Discoveries goals into the entire procurement lifecycle Imbedding relevant ESG metrics and a collaborative approach to contract and supplier management to mitigate risk About You We are looking for an individual with excellent stakeholder management skills, an innovative and flexible attitude with an enthusiasm for process development and improvement. The role requires experience of developing and implementing a category approach What We Offer A supportive and collaborative working environment. Opportunities for professional development and career progression. Competitive salary and pension Department/Directorate Information The ICR Procurement Team is establishing a category approach with a focus on embedding sustainability through the procurement life cycle. The role holder will be responsible for ensuring a suitable strategic approach, operational planning and delivery for their Category. 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 [email protected] (Head of Procurement).
Senior Category Manager (Labs)
About the Role We are seeking a Senior Category Manager (Laboratory) to join our Procurement Team and contribute to establishing a category approach with a focus on embedding sustainability through the procurement life cycle. . The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring a suitable strategic approach, operational planning and delivery for the Laboratories Category. Collaborating with stakeholders to ensure compliant processes which emphasise sustainability, meet business needs, supports ICR strategy and deliver value for money Key Responsibilities Carry out the required spend, stakeholder and supplier analysis Develop and implement detailed procurement pipeline plans Establish & maintain effective relationships with stakeholders, suppliers, technical staff and colleagues Oversee contract management and supplier relationship management Adopt and drive strategies to embed ICR Sustainable Discoveries goals into the entire procurement lifecycle Imbedding relevant ESG metrics and a collaborative approach to contract and supplier management to mitigate risk About You We are looking for an individual with excellent stakeholder management skills, an innovative and flexible attitude with an enthusiasm for process development and improvement. The role requires experience of developing and implementing a category approach What We Offer A supportive and collaborative working environment. Opportunities for professional development and career progression. Competitive salary and pension Department/Directorate Information The ICR Procurement Team is establishing a category approach with a focus on embedding sustainability through the procurement life cycle. The role holder will be responsible for ensuring a suitable strategic approach, operational planning and delivery for their Category. 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 [email protected] (Head of Procurement).