Research Operations Manager

Our client is an established and growing organisation seeking an experienced Research Operations Manager to provide operational leadership across a busy Research & Development function.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a background in research operations, project management or scientific programme delivery who enjoys bringing structure, improving processes and leading high-performing teams. You'll play a key role in ensuring projects are delivered efficiently, maintaining quality standards and driving continuous improvement across the department.

The Role

As Research Operations Manager, you'll be responsible for:

• Leading the operational delivery of multiple research projects.
• Managing project timelines, resources and delivery against key milestones.
• Identifying project risks early and implementing effective solutions.
• Improving operational systems, reporting processes and project visibility.
• Supporting quality assurance, compliance and audit readiness.
• Overseeing research documentation, protocols and technical reporting.
• Building strong relationships with clients and internal stakeholders.
• Coaching, mentoring and developing members of the research team.
• Driving continuous improvement across research operations and delivery.

About You

We're looking for someone who has:

• Experience managing research, scientific or technical projects.
• Strong operational and project management skills.
• Experience working within a commercial research or laboratory environment.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong leadership and people development experience.
• Confidence communicating with clients and senior stakeholders.
• A proactive approach to improving systems and processes.
• Commercial awareness and a focus on delivering high-quality outcomes.

Industry-specific experience is advantageous but not essential. We're particularly interested in individuals who understand how to deliver complex research projects while maintaining exceptional quality standards.

What's on Offer

• Salary of £45,000-£50,000
• Company pension
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Health cash plan
• Life insurance
• Enhanced family leave
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Financial wellbeing support
• Free on-site parking
• Company events
• Sick pay
• Long-term career development within a growing organisation.

Apply Today

If you're an organised operational leader with experience delivering research or technical projects and you're looking for your next challenge, we'd love to hear from you.