Delivery Director - Science and Innovation Operations

Named in honour of Alan Turing, the Institute is a place for inspiring, exciting work and we need passionate, sharp, and innovative people who want to use their skills to contribute to our mission to make great leaps in data science and AI research to change the world for the better.

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The role of the Delivery Director – Science and Innovation Operations is an integral part of the Science and Innovation (S&I) leadership team and will work closely with the Mission Directors, Chief Scientist (CS) and the Director of Operations for The Chief Scientist to lead the planning and administration of S&I activity at an exciting and important time in the organisation’s evolution. This role will suit an action-orientated individual who can master a diverse range of briefs and juggle them appropriately, as per the needs of the organisation, and can be flexible in their role as the Institute continues to evolve.

DUTIES AND AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

• Lead planning and operational activity on behalf of the Mission Directors.
• Ensure effective communication and task delegation at the mission level and maintain mission-wide oversight to guarantee tasks are managed to completion.
• Represent the Mission Director at appropriate internal and external events and meetings ensuring a brief is taken from the Mission Director to reflect the Mission Directors position at the presentation/meeting. 
• Analyse detailed information and create straightforward, prioritised next steps for staff at the mission level.
• Work in collaboration with operational teams to guide and support Mission Directors in shaping and implementing mission strategies that drive meaningful results.
• Provide strategic, policy (Turing’s), personnel and budgetary advice, support and challenge to the Mission Directors, to enable the successful delivery of the Institute’s scientific strategies and strategic alignment of new activity
• Lead on cross-mission strategic initiatives (e.g embedding EDI, setting governance frameworks, ERPx, Manager self service of the new ATS).
• Working with the partnerships team as appropriate, support the Mission Directors in building new and managing existing relationships with government departments and agencies, academia, research councils, research institutes, as well as with the academies, learned societies and other relevant organisations.
• Work in advance of key meetings with participants and partners, to craft effective agenda and anticipated outputs, developing presentations and preparing briefing notes and key actions when required.

• A master’s degree, or equivalent relevant experience, in a science of technology discipline, and evidence of continued professional development.
• Experience of working as part of or alongside a senior or executive team, or leading a support function for a senior or executive team.
• Evidence of the ability to understand research problems and approaches in sufficient depth to identify and resolve challenges in delivering research impact.
• Experience of working in a fast-paced environment where interaction with senior stakeholders is the norm.
• Experience of matrix management, building strong working relationships across the organisation with teams not directly line managed.
• Experience of the work of a research, HE or science organisation, and/or work of a science and innovation focussed publicly funded or governmental organisation.
• Experience of influencing organisational change.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and influencing skills at all levels.
• Experience of drafting high quality speeches, presentations and documents.
• Experience of effective budget management, setting performance standards and regularly monitoring and reviewing them, in consideration with medium to long term strategic plans.

Please see the job description for a full breakdown of the role and person specification.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

If you are interested in this opportunity, please click the 'Apply' button above. You will need to register on the applicant portal and complete the application form including your CV and covering letter. If you have questions about the role or would like to apply using a different format, please contact us on 020 3862 3565 or email recruitment@turing.ac.uk.

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If you are an internal applicant and wish to apply, please send your CV and Cover Letter directly to recruitment@turing.ac.uk and your application will be considered.

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: MONDAY 17 NOVEMBER 2025 (LONDON, UK, GMT)

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

This full-time post is offered on a permanent basis. The annual salary is £90,000 to £100,000 plus excellent benefits, including flexible working and family friendly policies, Employee-only benefits guide | The Alan Turing Institute

The Alan Turing Institute is based at the British Library, in the heart of London’s Knowledge Quarter. We expect staff to come to our office at least 4 days per month. Some roles may require more days in the office; the hiring manager will be able to confirm this during the interview.

EQUALITY, DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION

The Alan Turing Institute is committed to creating an environment where diversity is valued and everyone is treated fairly. In accordance with the Equality Act, we welcome applications from anyone who meets the specific criteria of the post regardless of age, disability, ethnicity, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation. 

We are committed to building a diverse community and would like our leadership team to reflect this. We therefore welcome applications from the broadest spectrum of backgrounds.

We are committed to making sure our recruitment process is accessible and inclusive. This includes making reasonable adjustments for candidates who have a disability or long-term condition. Please contact us at adjustments@turing.ac.uk to find out how we can assist you.

Please note all offers of employment are subject to obtaining and retaining the right to work in the UK and satisfactory pre-employment security screening which includes a DBS Check. Full details on the pre-employment screening process can be requested from HR@turing.ac.uk.