Support Officer (RRFSO)

We are seeking an enthusiastic Renal Research Finance Support Officer to join our multi disciplinary team and play a lead supporting role in the finance management of our exciting portfolio of clinical research projects. You will work closely with the Renal Research Manager, Research Governance, Research Nurses and wider members of our clinical research study team. You will manage administrative and financial support for projects within the research unit .The post holder will be responsible for the management of financial administration including coordinating and maintaining standards throughout all projects and providing project support . They will need the ability to work autonomously, as a strong team member and as part of a dynamic, multidisciplinary team., Be responsible for the configuring, setting up and maintaining of project finance files and documents in line with Research Finance and Sponsors' stipulations and processes. Maintain manual and electronic filing systems accurately. To be responsible for all required drafting and typing of correspondence, reports and presentation materials. Provide support as necessary to the project managers, research governance and wider research team in the overall planning, set-up, maintenance and monitoring of key projects. Communicate information within immediate teams, collaborators and stakeholders both within and external to the department.Effectively communicate and co-ordinate all finance meeting requirements and the outputs of the meetings including taking the minutes. Monitor deadlines and ensure any follow-up actions are executed in a timely manner. Communication with colleagues across the research community and other stakeholders using a range of methods. Support the team to develop project related documents including finance trackers, spreadsheets , invoices, forecasts and statements.

The post holder needs to have the ability to work effectively, proficiently and efficiently to gold standard along with the ability to plan and prioritise workload. The required person must be proactive, have initiative, a strong work ethic and be an excellent communicator. A high standard of written, organisational and numerical skills are required with very strong attention to detail. Previous NHS experience and an understanding of how research in the NHS works is an advantage. The candidate should also be able to work autonomously and plan and prioritise work effectively.

Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030). We have four primary goals:

• high-quality care for all,
• being a great place to work,
• partnerships for impact, and
• research and education excellence
And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities. Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:
• we are compassionate,
• we are proud,
• we are inclusive, and
• we are one team
This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve. About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust: https://www.uhleicester.nhs.uk