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A leading London-based university is seeking a skilled and experienced Research Grants Officer to join their team on an interim basis. This role will focus on post-award financial management and support for research projects funded by the European Commission (EC) and other EU funding bodies.

Key responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive post-award financial support for EU/EC-funded research grants
• Monitor budgets, process financial claims, and ensure compliance with EC regulations
• Liaise with academic staff, funding bodies, and internal stakeholders to support the financial delivery of funded projects
• Prepare financial reports and audits in line with funder requirements
• Ensure accurate and timely reconciliations, invoicing, and forecasting of project finances
• Experience managing EC funded grants within a higher education setting
• Strong knowledge of EU funding rules
• Excellent financial administration skills with strong attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple deadlines
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

Annual Salary: £40,000 - £51,000 (paid on an hourly rate equivalent)

Location: London (Remote working will be considered for exceptional candidates)

Contract: Interim – 3 months

Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week

This role is moving quickly so early applications are encouraged to avoid missing out.

Venn Group is an equal opportunities employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Temporary

Job function

• Job function

  Finance, Accounting/Auditing, and Administrative

• Industries

  Higher Education and Non-profit Organizations

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