Assurance Manager

6 days ago

Twickenham UK, London, United Kingdom NIHR Full time

The role of the newly created NIHR Assurance Unit is to deliver intelligent and proportionate assurance to the NIHR Board and ultimately the DHSC by establishing and managing a comprehensive, integrated risk and assurance framework across NIHR. It seeks to do this in an efficient and effective manner; minimising the bureaucratic burden to research organisation, whilst maximising the quality of information, and level of assurance provided.


Following HMT’s ‘Managing Public Money’ guidance, and in line with the recommendations of the 2022 Tickell review, the NIHR Assurance Unit will work with other major UK research funders to develop consistent and coordinated approaches to gain assurance of research organisations.


Job Description

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Assurance Manager to join our Assurance Unit in London, UK. This is a unique opportunity to be part of a dynamic organization that is committed to delivering exceptional results.


As an Assurance Manager, you will play a crucial role in helping to contribute to the delivery of NIHR’s annual assurance plan, by conducting thorough assurance reviews of research organisations, ensuring they comply with established standards, policies, and funding requirements.


This role requires significant internal audit experience, ideally within the public sector (specifically, health and social care or Higher Education), though this is not mandatory.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Undertake Annual Funding Reviews of research organizations within our network.
  • Oversee the gathering and communicating of assurance information to relevant parties.
  • Promote high standards and a coordinated approach to assurance activities.


Qualifications and Experience:

Critical Criteria

  • Minimum of 3 years experience in planning and undertaking assurance reviews/audits, forming evidence-based conclusions and recommendations
  • A relevant professional qualification (e.g., CIA, ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIIA)
  • Experience in risk management, internal controls, financial management, and audit
  • Proven history of working with stakeholders from different departments and organisations
  • Skilled in writing clear, insightful and succinct reports


Desired Criteria

  • Familiarity with public sector financial management and regulatory frameworks.
  • Knowledge of the research funding landscape.


Salary & Benefits

£47,300 to £49,900

Bonus - subject to company performance

25 days annual leave, plus public holidays (UK)

Enhanced contributory pension scheme

Life Insurance

Benenden Healthcare

Season Ticket Loan

Laptop, IT equipment and remote IT support


NB: This is a 6 month Fixed Term Contract position.


This is an office based, hybrid role, with an expectation for all employees to attend our offices in Twickenham worked as 1 day per week, and may increase, subject to team requirements.


Application

If you are excited about the prospect of joining our team and believe you possess the relevant skills and background, we invite you to apply. Please submit your CV along with a 'Statement of Suitability' that showcases your key skills and experiences in relation to the 'Required Criteria' outlined in the job description. Additionally, share your enthusiasm for working with

the LGC Group.


NB: Closing date for applications is 5pm on the 9th December 2024. Interviews for this position are to be held from the 12th December. We are interested in applicants who can start work at short notice.

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