Grant Operations Manager, Systems & Data

The Royal Society Grants team is responsible for administering the Society’s grants programmes including the major fellowships, international collaborations, capacity building initiatives, innovation and industry grants programmes. Working across the Grants team and other relevant teams in the organisation, the postholder will be responsible for the accuracy, integrity and accessibility of the Grants-related data.

Specifically, the post-holder will have an analytical mindset and skills in data analysis, problem-solving and communication enabling them to:

Lead work to ensure that the information required to assess and administer Royal Society grants is accurate, up to date and that data retention policies are observed. 

Collaborate with colleagues across Grants and the wider organisation to provide management information that informs decision making.

Manage an ongoing programme of systems and data improvement across the Royal Society’s grant funding activities, using industry accepted project and change management techniques.

This is an exciting new role within the Royal Society grants team and would suit an individual looking to build upon their experience of research funding in a more strategic role or bring their understanding of information management to grants administration.

Application closing date: 31 January 2026 at 23:59

Interview dates: 18 - 19 February 2026

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