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Job Opportunity: EU Research Grant Applications Manager

Location: Holborn
Pay Rate: 23.37 per hour
Contract Type: Temporary (2 months)
Hours: 35 hours per week
Start Date: ASAP
Working Pattern: Campus-based with hybrid working options

Are you passionate about supporting groundbreaking research? Do you have a knack for navigating the complexities of EU funding applications? If so, we invite you to join our dynamic team Research and Innovation as an EU Research Grant Applications Manager !

About Us:
We are committed to fostering innovation and excellence in research across Social Sciences, Humanities, and Arts for People and the Economy (SHAPE). Our Research Development team plays a pivotal role in securing funding that fuels transformative projects and strengthens our international research profile.

Your Role:
As an integral member of our Research Development team, you will be the go-to person for administrative and project support in EU research funding activities. Your contributions will directly impact the quality and success of high-stakes funding proposals, including Horizon Europe and other prestigious international schemes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide top-notch administrative support for the development and submission of EU and international funding applications.
• Collaborate with the Research Development team to ensure compliance with funder requirements.
• Assist researchers in navigating application systems, particularly the EU Funding & Tenders Portal.
• Coordinate internal processes, ensuring deadlines, compliance checks, and documentation are meticulously managed.
• Maintain accurate records of applications, awards, and project data in our internal systems.
• Facilitate smooth project set-ups at the post-award stage, liaising with finance and project management teams.
• draught and review contractual documentation, including collaboration agreements and due diligence records.
• Identify and promote upcoming EU funding opportunities relevant to SHAPE disciplines.
• Prepare management reports and data summaries to aid in strategic planning and decision-making.
• Deliver training sessions and guidance for researchers on application processes and team procedures.
• Support general administrative tasks to enhance the efficiency of the Research Development team.

What We're Looking For:

• A strong track record in supporting academic research, particularly in developing competitive EU funding applications.
• Experience with financial and funder compliance, especially with the European Commission and European Research Council.
• Familiarity with grant application systems and the ability to maintain accurate records.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• A detail-oriented mindset and the ability to work collaboratively within a team.

Why Join Us?

• Immediate Start: Jump into a role where your skills are valued from day one!
• Flexible Work Arrangements: Enjoy a campus-based role with the option for hybrid working, promoting a healthy work-life balance.
• Convenient Location: Our office is just a 6-minute walk from Holborn train station, making your commute a breeze!
• Dynamic Team: Join a vibrant group of professionals dedicated to making a difference in the world of research.

If you're ready to make an impact and contribute to the future of research, we want to hear from you! Apply now and embark on a rewarding journey with us!

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Let's shape the future of research together!

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**Our Purpose**
_Mastercard powers economies and empowers people in 200+ countries and territories worldwide. Together with our customers, we're helping build a sustainable economy where everyone can prosper. We support a wide range of digital payments choices, making transactions secure, simple, smart and accessible. Our technology and innovation, partnerships and networks combine to deliver a unique set of products and services that help people, businesses and governments realize their greatest potential._
**Title and Summary**
Director, Consumer Research Content Strategy
Overview
Mastercard Services enables customers across industries and geographies to make smarter decisions and reach better outcomes with a tailored portfolio of solutions beyond the transaction.
- We harness the power of real-time, anonymized, aggregated transaction data; powerful software platforms; and a wealth of expertise.
- We empower customers to make better data-driven decisions by unlocking a holistic view of consumer behavior beyond their four walls and distilling actionable insights from data.
- We work with financial institutions, retailers, telecommunications organizations, travel companies, and more.
The Mastercard Services global product team is seeking a manager to support the evolution of consumer research in the Business &Market Intelligence business.
Consumer Research Content Strategy at Mastercard
We are seeking a strategic and insight-led professional to join Mastercard Research Center as the Director of Consumer Research Content Strategy. This unique role sits at the intersection of consumer understanding, global and local trends, and business development - responsible for identifying key themes and content opportunities that reflect what matters most to consumers around the world, to develop new consumer research products.
Reporting to the Global Lead of Mastercard Research Center, you will synthesize market intelligence, regional input, and global trends into actionable content direction. While not responsible for content production, you will guide the development of new products that add value and insights to Mastercard clients.
Role
- Identify and define high-impact topics based on regional market input, industry intelligence, and evolving consumer / Small business interests.
- Stay ahead of industry trends, emerging cultural narratives, and competitive activity.
- Serve as the bridge between global consumer trends and local market relevance.
- Monitor cultural, behavioral, and category-specific shifts across regions to inform content planning.
- Lead the development of a global content strategy framework considering topics, markets, audiences, etc.
- Support MRC team with insight-backed topics that shapes new offerings
- Partner with regional teams to gather inputs, validate topics, and support content planning.
- Act as a central point of coordination for content direction across regions, ensuring scalability and consistency.
- Facilitate regular insight-sharing internally and with clients
All About You
- 8+ years of experience in Consumer Research Industry
- Payments and Financial services knowledge
- Experience with content strategy, consumer insight or related roles in a global organization.
- Strong ability to synthesize diverse inputs (market trends, regional feedback, competitive analysis) into clear strategic direction.
- Exceptional collaboration and communication skills across geographies, cultures, and functions.
- Skilled at balancing global perspective with regional nuance.
**Corporate Security Responsibility**
All activities involving access to Mastercard assets, information, and networks comes with an inherent risk to the organization and, therefore, it is expected that every person working for, or on behalf of, Mastercard is responsible for information security and must:
+ Abide by Mastercard's security policies and practices;
+ Ensure the confidentiality and integrity of the information being accessed;
+ Report any suspected information security violation or breach, and
+ Complete all periodic mandatory security trainings in accordance with Mastercard's guidelines.

The Opportunity
We are working with a forward-thinking property consultancy that provides end-to-end solutions across the commercial real estate and residential markets. They are seeking a Director Project Manager to lead their growing Technical team. This is a senior leadership role with a blend of strategic, client-facing, and delivery responsibilities, making it a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious individual looking to step into a high-impact position.
 
Key Responsibilities
 
Strategic Leadership

• Deliver the Technical team's strategy in line with company objectives
• Drive revenue growth through pipeline management and commercial performance
• Lead on process improvements, reporting, and CRM adoption
• Promote collaboration across teams to achieve shared goals

Team Leadership & Development

• Mentor senior staff and surveyors, setting technical and delivery standards
• Foster a culture of professional growth and continuous learning
• Support succession planning and capability development across the team

Project Delivery

• Oversee multiple projects, ensuring consistent quality and commercial alignment
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to client satisfaction
• Act as a trusted advisor to senior-level clients, influencing key decisions
• Provide oversight and guidance to project managers and junior staff

Client Strategy & Business Development

• Lead client relationship management within the department
• Drive business development through market insights and proactive networking
• Represent the consultancy externally, enhancing reputation and visibility

Innovation & Technology

• Identify opportunities to improve systems, processes, and workflows
• Use technology to deliver efficiency and better client outcomes

About You
 
The ideal candidate will bring:

• Extensive experience managing large-scale project management contracts (traditional and design-and-build)
• Strong understanding of client needs in the commercial real estate and workplace strategy space
• Proven track record of winning work and developing client relationships
• Leadership experience with a collaborative and mentoring style
• Strategic mindset with strong commercial acumen
• Experience with CRM systems and workflow optimisation
• Commitment to driving DE&I and sustainability initiatives

Working Arrangements

• This role is primarily office-based, with the option to work from home one day per week following onboarding.

 
Benefits

• Competitive salary up to £120,000 and tailored commission scheme
• 30 days holiday plus bank holidays and an additional day for your birthday
• Annual company trips and monthly team socials
• Employee-led clubs and committees (including sports, wellbeing, and DE&I)
• Clear career progression framework with opportunity to progress to a Head of role
• Family-friendly policies including enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave
• Learning and development programmes with ongoing training
• Wellbeing allowance and access to mental health support
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Private medical insurance after probation
• 6% matched pension contributions

Our client is seeking an experienced Project Management Apprenticeship Tutor to lead the design and delivery of a new Level 4 Project Management Apprenticeship programme. This role offers the opportunity to shape the curriculum from the ground up, deliver engaging pilot courses, and play a pivotal role in building and mentoring a growing team of Professional Skills Coaches.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Programme Planning: Develop comprehensive project plans outlining scope, milestones, and deliverables for the Level 4 Project Management Apprenticeship programme.

• Curriculum Design: Create, implement, and deliver a Scheme of Learning with high-quality content, ensuring all learners gain the knowledge, skills, and behaviours required to successfully achieve their End Point Assessment.

• Assessment Development: Design robust assessment activities that enable learners to demonstrate their understanding of theory while applying practical skills and behaviours aligned to the apprenticeship standard.

• Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with apprentices, employers, trainers, and organisational leaders to ensure the programme aligns with business needs and learning objectives.

• Remote Teaching: Deliver interactive, engaging online teaching sessions mapped to the Scheme of Learning.

• Business Development: Partner with the commercial team to support the successful launch and growth of the programme with both new and existing clients.

• Learner Support & Progression: Provide exceptional guidance and motivation to adult learners, ensuring timely progression and achievement of outcomes. Tailor learning journeys to individual needs, offering additional support where required.

• Line Manager Engagement: Conduct quarterly progress reviews with learners and their line managers, capturing and evidencing new skills and behaviours.

• Safeguarding: Champion safeguarding awareness among learners and adhere to all safeguarding principles and policies.

• Operational Support: Work closely with the Operations Manager to build the initial learner caseload and provide support in onboarding new team members as the provision scales.

• Continuous Improvement: Actively seek feedback to enhance programme delivery, embedding best practice to ensure the apprenticeship remains innovative, impactful, and effective.

• Communication: Provide regular updates to stakeholders on programme progress, challenges, and successes.

ROLE REQUIREMENTS

• Certified Project Management qualification (Level 4 or above).

• Proven experience delivering the Level 4 Project Management Apprenticeship.

• Demonstrable experience managing and delivering projects in professional environments.

• WORKING ARRANGEMENTS
  This is a home-based role , offering flexibility and autonomy. The position requires attendance one day per month in the Midlands for team collaboration

Insight Executive Group are delighted to be working with an award-winning consultancy who specialise in multi-discipline design and construction.

They are looking for two strategic and results-driven Project Management Directors to lead and grow their businesses. This is a senior leadership position responsible for reporting to the Executive Board, contributing to business growth, client development, and operational excellence.

Key Requirements

• Experience in taking ownership of a P&L account and driving business growth
li>Proven leadership experience in project management within the construction or infrastructure sectors.
• Track record of delivering complex projects and achieving commercial success.
• Strong strategic, operational, and client-facing skills.
• Experience leading and developing high-performing teams.
• Demonstrated success in work winning and client relationship management.

Desirable Qualifications

• Degree in Construction, Engineering, Project Management, or related discipline.
• Chartered status (e.g., APM, RICS, ICE).
• Project management certifications (e.g., PRINCE2, MSP).

Why Join them?

• Recognised as a Building Magazine Top 150 Consultant .
• Join a company that values its people – proudly Investors in People Platinum accredited .
< i>Opportunity to work in a true multi-disciplinary environment
• Work in a culture that promotes collaboration, innovation, and high performance.
• Influence the delivery of high-profile projects and play a key role in their continued growth.

If you match the above criteria and are interested in the role, please send your CV through for a discussion about the role – Many thanks.

The Opportunity
We are working with a forward-thinking property consultancy that provides end-to-end solutions across the commercial real estate and residential markets. They are seeking a Director Project Manager to lead their growing Technical team. This is a senior leadership role with a blend of strategic, client-facing, and delivery responsibilities, making it a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious individual looking to step into a high-impact position.
 
Key Responsibilities
 
Strategic Leadership

• Deliver the Technical team's strategy in line with company objectives
• Drive revenue growth through pipeline management and commercial performance
• Lead on process improvements, reporting, and CRM adoption
• Promote collaboration across teams to achieve shared goals

Team Leadership & Development

• Mentor senior staff and surveyors, setting technical and delivery standards
• Foster a culture of professional growth and continuous learning
• Support succession planning and capability development across the team

Project Delivery

• Oversee multiple projects, ensuring consistent quality and commercial alignment
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to client satisfaction
• Act as a trusted advisor to senior-level clients, influencing key decisions
• Provide oversight and guidance to project managers and junior staff

Client Strategy & Business Development

• Lead client relationship management within the department
• Drive business development through market insights and proactive networking
• Represent the consultancy externally, enhancing reputation and visibility

Innovation & Technology

• Identify opportunities to improve systems, processes, and workflows
• Use technology to deliver efficiency and better client outcomes

About You
 
The ideal candidate will bring:

• Extensive experience managing large-scale project management contracts (traditional and design-and-build)
• Strong understanding of client needs in the commercial real estate and workplace strategy space
• Proven track record of winning work and developing client relationships
• Leadership experience with a collaborative and mentoring style
• Strategic mindset with strong commercial acumen
• Experience with CRM systems and workflow optimisation
• Commitment to driving DE&I and sustainability initiatives

Working Arrangements

• This role is primarily office-based, with the option to work from home one day per week following onboarding.

 
Benefits

• Competitive salary up to £120,000 and tailored commission scheme
• 30 days holiday plus bank holidays and an additional day for your birthday
• Annual company trips and monthly team socials
• Employee-led clubs and committees (including sports, wellbeing, and DE&I)
• Clear career progression framework with opportunity to progress to a Head of role
• Family-friendly policies including enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave
• Learning and development programmes with ongoing training
• Wellbeing allowance and access to mental health support
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Private medical insurance after probation
• 6% matched pension contributions

Our client is seeking an experienced Project Management Apprenticeship Tutor to lead the design and delivery of a new Level 4 Project Management Apprenticeship programme. This role offers the opportunity to shape the curriculum from the ground up, deliver engaging pilot courses, and play a pivotal role in building and mentoring a growing team of Professional Skills Coaches.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Programme Planning: Develop comprehensive project plans outlining scope, milestones, and deliverables for the Level 4 Project Management Apprenticeship programme.

• Curriculum Design: Create, implement, and deliver a Scheme of Learning with high-quality content, ensuring all learners gain the knowledge, skills, and behaviours required to successfully achieve their End Point Assessment.

• Assessment Development: Design robust assessment activities that enable learners to demonstrate their understanding of theory while applying practical skills and behaviours aligned to the apprenticeship standard.

• Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with apprentices, employers, trainers, and organisational leaders to ensure the programme aligns with business needs and learning objectives.

• Remote Teaching: Deliver interactive, engaging online teaching sessions mapped to the Scheme of Learning.

• Business Development: Partner with the commercial team to support the successful launch and growth of the programme with both new and existing clients.

• Learner Support & Progression: Provide exceptional guidance and motivation to adult learners, ensuring timely progression and achievement of outcomes. Tailor learning journeys to individual needs, offering additional support where required.

• Line Manager Engagement: Conduct quarterly progress reviews with learners and their line managers, capturing and evidencing new skills and behaviours.

• Safeguarding: Champion safeguarding awareness among learners and adhere to all safeguarding principles and policies.

• Operational Support: Work closely with the Operations Manager to build the initial learner caseload and provide support in onboarding new team members as the provision scales.

• Continuous Improvement: Actively seek feedback to enhance programme delivery, embedding best practice to ensure the apprenticeship remains innovative, impactful, and effective.

• Communication: Provide regular updates to stakeholders on programme progress, challenges, and successes.

ROLE REQUIREMENTS

• Certified Project Management qualification (Level 4 or above).

• Proven experience delivering the Level 4 Project Management Apprenticeship.

• Demonstrable experience managing and delivering projects in professional environments.

• WORKING ARRANGEMENTS
  This is a home-based role , offering flexibility and autonomy. The position requires attendance one day per month in the Midlands for team collaboration

Insight Executive Group are delighted to be working with an award-winning consultancy who specialise in multi-discipline design and construction.

They are looking for two strategic and results-driven Project Management Directors to lead and grow their businesses. This is a senior leadership position responsible for reporting to the Executive Board, contributing to business growth, client development, and operational excellence.

Key Requirements

• Experience in taking ownership of a P&L account and driving business growth
li>Proven leadership experience in project management within the construction or infrastructure sectors.
• Track record of delivering complex projects and achieving commercial success.
• Strong strategic, operational, and client-facing skills.
• Experience leading and developing high-performing teams.
• Demonstrated success in work winning and client relationship management.

Desirable Qualifications

• Degree in Construction, Engineering, Project Management, or related discipline.
• Chartered status (e.g., APM, RICS, ICE).
• Project management certifications (e.g., PRINCE2, MSP).

Why Join them?

• Recognised as a Building Magazine Top 150 Consultant .
• Join a company that values its people – proudly Investors in People Platinum accredited .
< i>Opportunity to work in a true multi-disciplinary environment
• Work in a culture that promotes collaboration, innovation, and high performance.
• Influence the delivery of high-profile projects and play a key role in their continued growth.

If you match the above criteria and are interested in the role, please send your CV through for a discussion about the role – Many thanks.

**Job Description**
At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We're committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that's welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.
BDUK is a subsidiary of the Boeing Company and currently employs over 1,800 people in the UK. BDUK is responsible for delivering several exciting contracts to our UK Defence customers including E-7 AEW&C, P-8A Maritime Patrol Aircraft, C4ISTAR Services, Through Life Support for the Chinook and Apache Fleets, Logistic Information Services and Training Services
The UK MoD has procured nine P-8A Multi-Mission Aircraft (MMA) with all aircraft having been handed over to the Royal Air Force (RAF) in early 2022. Along with the aircraft, MoD has procured support to Training Delivery and Ground based Synthetic Training Devices to support RAF's training needs for P-8A Aircraft, directly from BDUK. This role will form part of the programme management team responsible for the oversight, co-ordination, and delivery of an effective service to the MoD across the full breadth of the contract scope, working with a team of more than 200 people to help keep the UK's maritime patrol aircraft capable and flying, and the RAF crews who fly them trained and ready. As a long-term contract there is huge opportunity to improve what we do and how we do it, and to build effective long-term partnerships with our customers and across the broader Boeing enterprise, particularly reaching into the US-based Boeing team that provide support to the UK programme.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Project Manager to join our Programme Management team based at either Lossiemouth or Bristol. While we work in agile and dynamic engineering environments, your wellbeing is important to us and we strive to find a healthy life balance and ethical team culture with a strong emphasis on openness, collaboration, innovation, safety and first-time quality.
**Responsibilities**
+ Independently develop, co-ordinate and maintain an integrated plan and schedule to meet program/project requirements in accordance with industry standards.
+ Create and maintain schedules, reports, metrics, and change activity; communicate and update the plan regularly throughout the program/project lifecycle.
+ Direct all phases of projects or subsystems from inception through completion and act as the primary contact to establish stakeholder requirements and objectives.
+ Assist customers in developing performance recovery plans and ensure project control systems are in place to support ongoing needs.
+ Work to improve project management processes, business systems, and implement best practices that support decision-makers.
+ Lead delivery of various projects within the P-8 support programme and provide support to, and deputise for, the P-8 programme manager as required.
+ Coach and mentor junior colleagues in project delivery approaches.
+ Own and control budgets for assigned projects.
**Preferred Experience and competencies:**
+ Experience in coordinating teams of people to deliver results
+ 5 years or more of Project Management experience
+ Confident with conducting presentations and running meetings/workshops
+ Proficient user of MS Office applications, including Microsoft Project and SharePoint
+ Work independently, proactively and as a Team
+ Prioritize and achieve tasks when under pressure
+ Detail oriented and customer focused with excellent time management skills
**Work Authorisation:** This requisition is for a locally hired position in the UK. Candidates must have current legal authorisation to work immediately in the United Kingdom. Boeing will not attempt to obtain Immigration and labour sponsorship for any applicants. Benefits and pay are determined at the local level and are not part of Boeing U.S. based payroll
**Security Clearance:** This position requires the ability to obtain a UK security clearance for which UK residency is required
The Boeing benefits package goes above and beyond, focusing on your physical, emotional, financial and social well-being. Here's a snapshot of what we offer:
+ Competitive salary and annual incentive plans
+ Continuous learning - you'll develop the approach and skills to navigate whatever comes next
+ Success as defined by you - we'll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way
+ Inclusive culture - you'll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs
+ Excellent Adoption and Parental leave options
+ 23 days plus UK public holidays and a Winter Break between Christmas and New Year
+ Pension Plan with up to 10% employer contribution
+ Company paid BUPA Medical Plan
+ Short Term Sickness: 100% pay for the first 26 weeks
+ Long Term Sickness: 66.67% of annual salary from 27th week
+ 6x annual salary life insurance
+ Learning Together Programme to support your on-going personal and career development
+ Access to Boeing's Well Being Programs, tool and incentives
Applications for this position will be accepted until **Sept. 29, 2025**
**Export Control Details:** Non - US based job
**Relocation**
Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.
**Security Clearance**
This position requires the ability to obtain United Kingdom Security Check.
**Visa Sponsorship**
Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.
**Shift**
Not a Shift Worker (United Kingdom)
**Equal Opportunity Employer:**
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not accept unlawful discrimination in our recruitment or employment practices on any grounds including but not limited to; race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military and veteran status, or other characteristics covered by applicable law.
We have teams in more than 65 countries, and each person plays a role in helping us become one of the world's most innovative, diverse and inclusive companies. We are a Disability Confident Committed employer and welcome applications from candidates with disabilities. Applicants are encouraged to share with our recruitment team any accommodations required during the recruitment process. Accommodations may include but are not limited to: conducting interviews in accessible locations that accommodate mobility needs, encouraging candidates to bring and use any existing assistive technology such as screen readers and offering flexible interview formats such as virtual or phone interviews.
Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.