Project Manager (Just-Circle) - 16902

Location: Brunel University of London, Uxbridge Campus

Salary: Grade 7: £41,292 to £48,557 inclusive of London Weighting, with the potential to progress to £52,761 per annum (also inclusive of London Weighting), subject to sustained exceptional contribution (pro-rata if part-time).

Hours: Part-time 0.45 FTE / 15.75 hours per week

Contract Type: Fixed-Term until 31 May 2029

Brunel University London was established in 1966 and is a leading multidisciplinary research-intensive technology university delivering economic, social and cultural benefits.

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We are seeking to appoint a Project Manager to support JUST-CIRCLE, a Horizon Europe Innovation Action coordinated by Brunel University of London. JUST-CIRCLE is a multi-partner European project focused on circular business models, sustainability, stakeholder engagement and evidence-based project delivery.

You will provide project management and administrative support to ensure effective consortium coordination, governance support, reporting preparation, document control, implementation monitoring and compliance-related administration across the life of the project.

The role will involve organising and supporting project meetings, maintaining project records, tracking actions, milestones and deliverables, supporting internal and external reporting, liaising with consortium partners, and working closely with relevant Brunel professional services teams. You will also support project events, workshops and review meetings, including logistics, communication, documentation and follow-up actions.

We are looking for someone with strong organisational skills and experience of supporting project coordination in a research, higher education or externally funded project environment. You should be able to manage competing priorities, maintain accurate records, communicate clearly with a wide range of stakeholders, and work effectively with academic, professional services and external partners. Experience of Horizon Europe, EU-funded or other large externally funded projects would be particularly valuable.

We offer a generous annual leave package plus discretionary University closure days, excellent training and development opportunities as well as a great occupational pension scheme and a range of health-related support. The University is committed to a hybrid working approach.

Closing date for applications: 29 June 2026 (23:59pm) Interviews will take place on week commencing 13 July 2026 in person.

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All Applicants should be eligible to live and work in the UK for the duration of any offer of appointment. Brunel University London wishes to promote an inclusive and diverse workforce and create a culture that values the contribution of all backgrounds and communities. All employees will be recruited, selected and appointed in line with our equality and diversity policy.

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