Leverhulme Trust Early Career Fellowship

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Reference: LTSN 06/2024

About the role

The Leverhulme Trust invites applications for a Senior Grants Officer to join its grants management team. This is a full-time, permanent position based in London. The Trust awards approximately £100 million annually in research funding across all academic disciplines, and the postholder will play a key role in managing the assessment and award process for a portfolio of research grants.

Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end grants process for a designated portfolio, including eligibility checks, peer review coordination, and committee support.
• Liaise with applicants, referees, and academic committee members to ensure timely and efficient grant assessment.
• Prepare detailed grant assessment reports and recommendations for Trust committees.
• Maintain accurate records in the grants management database and ensure compliance with Trust policies.
• Contribute to the development of grant schemes and operational improvements.
• Provide administrative support for Trust committees, including minute-taking and follow-up actions.

Requirements

• Proven experience in grants administration, research funding, or a related field (e.g., higher education, charity, or public sector).
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with meticulous attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a small, busy team.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience using databases or CRM systems.

Qualifications

• Educated to degree level or equivalent (any discipline).
• Experience in a research or academic environment is desirable but not essential.

Benefits

• Salary: £32,000–£38,000 per annum (dependent on experience).
• 25 days annual leave plus public holidays and an additional 3 days over Christmas.
• Pension scheme (defined contribution).
• Flexible working arrangements, including hybrid working (2–3 days per week in the office).
• Season ticket loan and cycle-to-work scheme.
• Professional development opportunities.

Schedule

• Full-time (35 hours per week).
• Hybrid working: 2–3 days per week in the London office (Bloomsbury).