Health and Care Specialties Manager
Employer: University of Leeds
Location: Leeds, England, United Kingdom
Category: Research and Science
Visa: Skilled Worker
Salary: £41,064 – £48,822 per annum
Description
Do you want to be part of a national network supporting the delivery of health and care research across England?
Are you an experienced Project Manager who can lead and inspire a team to deliver high-quality engagement and events?
As a Health and Care Specialties Manager, you will:
- Manage engagement activities with National and Local Specialty Leads.
- Coordinate with external stakeholders and lead projects to enhance specialty engagement.
- Develop communications materials and manage meetings/events including agendas and follow-ups.
- Respond to stakeholder queries, including those from the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC).
- Supervise coordinators and administrators, allocating work effectively.
- Support operational delivery and organizational change within the RDNCC and wider NIHR network.
This role is based in the RDNCC office on Queen Street, Leeds, with a hybrid working model — staff are expected to spend at least 40% of their time in the office.
What We Offer
- 42 days annual leave (26 days holiday + approx. 16 University closure days).
- Generous pension scheme (University contributes 14.5%) plus life assurance.
- Health and wellbeing perks: Discounted membership at The Edge (gym, pool, sauna, climbing wall).
- Personal development: Access to professional learning courses and up to 10 staff development days per year.
- Additional benefits: On-site childcare, shopping discounts, and travel schemes.
Visa Information
This post may be suitable for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa route.
Please note that first-time applicants may need to meet salary concession requirements.
For details, visit: www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa
How to Apply
As part of the RDNCC’s commitment to inclusion and equity, applications are shortlisted with names removed.
Please avoid including personal identifiers (name, contact details, photos) in uploaded documents or free text fields.
