Senior Assurance Officer Trusted Research

The University of Surrey is a global community of ideas and people, dedicated to life-changing education and research. We are seeking a highly proactive Senior Assurance Officer to join our Assurance team within the Research, Innovation & Impact (RII) Directorate.

About the role

The Senior Assurance Officer role sits within our Assurance Team in the Research Innovation and Impact department. 

The Assurance Team has a diverse range of responsibilities aimed at ensuring the University of Surrey's adherence to governance policies and regulatory standards. 

This role maintains a vigilant oversight of national policy initiatives, and best practices in trusted research and due diligence, leading the development and updating of external reporting requirements, and implementing the University's Trusted Research Agenda to align with regulatory frameworks and ensuring compliance with key legislation such as the National Security and Investment Act and Export Control legislation. 

Collaborating with stakeholders, this role will lead on the delivery of expert advice, guidance, training and support to researchers, management and professional services staff including managing due diligence and risk assessments for new collaborations and partnerships, through fostering strong relationships with academic schools and University services to promote responsible research practices.

About you

Essential

• qualified to a degree, HND, or NVQ 4 level
• substantial practical experience in a regulated or commercial environments, particularly in managing policies, risk, and compliance documentation
• proficient in IT systems
• excellent communication skills, and the ability to handle sensitive data discreetly
• strong networking and influencing abilities, along with experience of consulting with regulatory bodies on governance, compliance, and risk mitigation
• occasionally travel for external conferences and events is also required 

What we can offer

In addition to salary, you will receive a yearly incremental pay rise, generous annual leave entitlement of 25 days holiday plus 7 university closure days and 8 bank holidays (pro rata for part time roles), a generous pension, access to world-class leisure facilities on campus, a range of travel schemes, and supportive family friendly benefits including an excellent on-site nursery.

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How to apply

To apply please submit a full CV and cover letter explaining your suitability for the role in no more than two pages. You should include specific detail about how you meet the essential criteria stated in the person specification, including core competencies.

For an informal chat about the role, please contact Elizabeth Bailey via e.bailey@surrey.ac.uk

The University of Surrey is committed to providing an inclusive environment that offers equal opportunities for all. We place great value on diversity and are seeking to increase the diversity within our community. We particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups, such as people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic groups and people with disabilities.

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