Committee Officer

Are you a super-organised go-getter with a flair for detail and a passion for smooth-running operations? Ready to play a key role in a friendly, purpose-driven team where your efforts genuinely matter? If yes, read on - we’re looking for someone just like you. 

As our Committee Officer, you’ll be at the very heart of our governance operations. You’ll be the engine behind our Board of Trustees and its supporting committees, ensuring that meetings run seamlessly, and our documents shine with professionalism, and governance standards are always met. 

From planning and scheduling to preparing top-tier papers and safeguarding our processes, you'll make a real difference every day by upholding excellence behind the scenes. This is a role where your organisational prowess and sense of ownership will truly thrive. 

Whether you're already seasoned in committee administration or you're bringing transferrable administrative experience and a hunger to learn - we'll support you every step of the way. 

You’re someone who: 

• Thrives in an organised, fast-paced environment
• Is a confident communicator, verbally and in writing
• Brings top-notch attention to detail and delivers with pride
• Has experience in diary management, committee support, and first-rate customer service
• Works effectively with senior stakeholders and colleagues across an organisation
• Is IT-savvy and always looking for smarter ways to get things done

Salary and working arrangements 

The salary for this position will be between £30,000 - £34,000 depending on experience. This is a full-time post at 36 hours per work and will be offered on a permanent basis. We will consider making this a part-time appointment, but no less than 0.8 FTE. 

We value spending time working in-person to develop strong connections with each other and with our mission, so you will be based at our lovely central London office for a minimum of three days a week, the rest of the time, from wherever you work best. 

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion at the Medical Research Foundation 

Diverse voices strengthen science - and us. We actively encourage applicants from all backgrounds, especially those from underrepresented groups including Black, Asian, and other minoritised communities, disabled people, and LGBTQI+ individuals.

Important Dates

*Pre-screening: 9 - 18 July 2025

Closing Date: 22 July 2025

Interview Date: 29 & 31 July

*We will contact shortlisted candidates as and when they apply and invite candidates to an initial 20-minute MS Teams meeting with a member of the HR team.

Ready to apply? 

We will base our shortlisting decisions entirely on the evidence of addressing the key criteria in your CV and supporting statement, so please set out clearly how you meet them. Applicants who do not send a CV and supporting statement (as two separate attachments) will not be considered for shortlisting. 

Submit a CV, and a supporting statement, and a completed Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) form to:- 

workforus@medicalresearchfoundation.org.uk (via the 'Apply' button above).

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