Trusted Research Assurance Manager

The University of Surrey is a global community of ideas and people, dedicated to life-changing education and research. We are ambitious and have a bold vision - shaping ourselves into one of the best universities in the world. 

We are seeking a highly proactive Trusted Research Assurance Manager to join our Assurance team, maintaining a vigilant oversight of national policy initiatives and best practice in trusted research and due diligence.

About the role

The Trusted Research Assurance Manager is part of the Assurance Team which covers a diverse range of responsibilities aimed at ensuring the University of Surrey's adherence to governance policies and regulatory standards.

The successful post holder will lead the development and updating of external reporting requirements, informing the University's Trusted Research Agenda to align with regulatory frameworks, and ensuring compliance with key legislation such as the National Security and Investment Act, and Export Control legislation.

Collaborating with stakeholders, this role will lead on the delivery of expert advice, guidance, training, and support to researchers, management, and professional services staff. 

The role includes managing risk assessments for International collaborations and partnerships, through fostering strong relationships with academic schools and University professional services, to promote responsible research practices. 

About you

To succeed in the role, you will need to be suitably qualified, with substantial practical experience including managing policies, risk, and developing compliance documentation relating to International Collaborations and ideally export control regulation.

Proficient with IT systems, you will possess excellent communication skills with the ability to handle sensitive data discreetly. You will have strong networking and influencing abilities, with experience in consulting with regulatory bodies on governance, compliance, and risk mitigation. 

We are happy to consider hybrid working patterns, but you will need to be willing to travel to campus regularly to deliver training and attend meetings (we anticipate this will be on at least a monthly basis). You will also need to occasionally travel for external conferences and events.

What we can offer

The University of Surrey is located on a beautiful, leafy campus in Guildford, just 30 miles from London, and benefits from excellent rail, air, and road connections. With the buzz of student life and superb working facilities, the campus offers an inspiring, innovative and diverse environment. 

In addition to salary, you will receive a yearly incremental pay rise, generous annual leave entitlement of 25 days holiday plus 7 university closure days and 8 bank holidays, a generous pension, access to world-class leisure facilities on campus, a range of travel schemes, and supportive family friendly benefits including an excellent on-site nursery. 

How to apply

To apply please submit a CV and cover letter. You will also be asked to address two brief questions to help us understand your suitability for the position.

For an informal chat about the role, please contact Elizabeth Bailey via e.bailey@surrey.ac.uk  

The University of Surrey is committed to providing an inclusive environment that offers equal opportunities for all.  We place great value on diversity and are seeking to increase the diversity within our community and particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups, including people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic groups and people with disabilities. 

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