Strategic Operations Manager for Intellectual Property Unit

2 weeks ago


Twickenham, United Kingdom NIHR Full time
About the Role

The Senior Operations Lead for the Intellectual Property Unit at NIHR Coordinating Centre will play a pivotal role in ensuring operational efficiency and strategic alignment of the unit with NIHR's overarching goals. Reporting directly to the Head of Technology Transfer, you will orchestrate efforts to streamline processes, manage resources effectively, and foster collaborations that drive societal impact.

Key Responsibilities
  • Collaborate with the IP Unit to develop and implement a business plan aligned with NIHR's mission, objectives, and key initiatives.
  • Design, implement, and lead systems and processes to safeguard taxpayer investments through meticulous contract management, due diligence, and policy adherence.
  • Assist in formulating medium-term plans for resource management, including finances and workforce development, with a focus on stabilizing team turnover and enhancing progression pathways.
  • Strengthen governance processes by ensuring compliance with existing and new standard operating procedures, and promoting good governance practices internally and with external collaborators.
  • Facilitate detailed integration and collaboration with divisions within the Innovations Division, promoting a unified approach to NIHR's objectives.
  • Handle key external relationships with government bodies, funded institutions, SMEs, and investors to develop strategic partnerships aligned with the IP Unit's goals.
  • Engage with national and international technology transfer organizations to drive policy development and standard processes, improving NIHR's reputation as a leader in knowledge mobilization.
  • Develop and maintain comprehensive reporting for contracting activities and implement a client relationship management system in line with NIHR's operational standards.
  • Lead all aspects of the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of consent and due diligence processes within the IP Unit, ensuring adherence to SOPs and data management standards.
  • Drive a culture of inclusivity and flexibility within the team, adapting job responsibilities and tasks as needed to support organizational evolution.
Requirements

The ideal candidate will be a curious, tenacious, and proactive individual with a passion for continuous improvement. They will possess excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong organizational, time management, and prioritization abilities. A bachelor's degree or equivalent educational attainment is required, along with experience in technology transfer and intellectual property management. Proficiency in information and records management standard processes is also essential. Familiarity with academic research activities and funding processes is desirable, as is knowledge of policy translation into practice and organizational change principles. Competency in Microsoft Office, G Suite, and project management software is also required.



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