Funding & Assurance Officer

  • ROYAL SOCIETY
  • Dec 07, 2025
Full time

Job Description

The Royal Society's mission is to recognise, promote and support excellence in science and to encourage the development and use of science for the benefit of humanity. The Royal Society Grants team is responsible for administering the Society's grants programmes including the major fellowships, international collaborations, capacity building initiatives, innovation and industry programmes.

Reporting to the Funding and Assurance Manager, the postholder will support the delivery of funding and assurance activities with a focus on UK Post-Award reconciliations within the grants section.

We are seeking a candidate with strong attention to detail who is accustomed to working with timetabled deadlines. Candidates must display a positive attitude towards managing high-volume tasks, showcasing the ability to work efficiently and effectively under pressure.

Please note that we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.

Reports to: Funding and Assurance Manager

Line manages: N/A

Location: Carlton House Terrace, London, SW1Y 5AG plus hybrid remote working

Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week

Pay Band: B

Salary: £31,943.10

Contract: permanent

Application closing date: 4 January 2026

Interview date: week commencing 19 January 2026

This vacancy will close early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, please submit an application as soon as possible if you are interested in applying for the role.