IOP / The Institute of Physics

Strategic Implementation Manager We re currently looking for a Manager, Strategic Implementation (maternity cover), ideally until 31st January 2027 to help us deliver our mission. This is a full time position, working 35 hours per week, with the end date subject to the duration of the maternity leave. The Role What will I be doing? You ll be responsible for a range of activities, including: Acting as a departmental centre of excellence on good practice in project and programme management Providing programme and project management to a small number of large-scale flagship initiatives Operational delivery of the DfE-funded teacher training scholarships programme Line management of 2 individuals Projects you may work on include: IOP teacher training scholarships programme Teaching Workforce and Workforce Skills reports across the nations Cross departmental project management Ideally, we hope you ll apply if you bring: Essential: Experience of working in a project-based environment with significant internal and external stakeholder interest Experience leading large scale projects Management of project budgets, liaising with project and finance leads Nice to have: Project management qualifications At the IOP, we know that great candidates don t always tick every box. If your experience looks a little different, but you bring enthusiasm, curiosity and a willingness to learn, we d love to hear from you. How will I be working? We operate a flexible, trust based working model that gives colleagues autonomy over how, when and where they work, while recognising the value of in person collaboration. You will be assigned a base office, with hybrid working offered as standard. You will engage in regular in person collaboration with your team (as operational appropriate), as well as with colleagues across the wider organisation, to ensure effective operational alignment and to support our inclusive approach to working. As an organization we meet in person once a quarter at our Head Office in Kings Cross, London. Why join the IOP? The IOP is the professional body and learned society for physics in the UK and Ireland. As a charity, we re passionate about increasing public understanding of physics and supporting a diverse and inclusive physics community. There s never been a better time to join us, watch our film to find out more about the difference we make. We re committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive culture for everyone. If you need any reasonable adjustments during the application or recruitment process, please let us know we re always happy to help. What s it like working at the IOP? The IOP is a friendly, inclusive and ambitious organisation. Diversity and inclusion are central to how we work. We focus on supporting our people to thrive, offering competitive pay, great development opportunities and a generous benefits package. Some of our benefits include: An excellent pension scheme Private medical insurance, life assurance and dental insurance Eye care vouchers, annual flu vaccinations, long service awards and access to an employee assistance programme 25 days annual leave as a standard, in addition to floating bank holidays Flexible working opportunities

Workplace Manager Are you a proactive Workplace or Facilities professional who thrives in complex environments? Do you enjoy creating great spaces and experiences for colleagues, members and visitors? If you re driven by purpose, sustainability and operational excellence, we d love to hear from you. The Institute of Physics (IOP) exists to help physics and the people behind it realise their potential for society and the planet. Our work is shaped by three priorities: Skills, Science and Society, as set out in our ambitious strategy. About the role We re looking for a Workplace Manager for 12 months to oversee the end to end delivery of workplace and facilities operations across our London HQ and rented sites. This hands on role covers Hard FM, Soft FM, building compliance, meeting room operations, sustainability performance and overall employee experience. You ll ensure our spaces are safe, compliant, welcoming and productive supporting everything from hybrid working to high profile events. You ll manage a small team and contractor network, build strong internal relationships, and use data to drive continuous improvement. About us The Institute of Physics (IOP) exists to help physics and the people behind it realise their potential for society and the planet. Our work is shaped by three priorities: Skills, Science and Society, as set out in our ambitious strategy. Key responsibilities include: Leading Hard FM, Soft FM and workplace services Managing suppliers and ensuring strong SLA/KPI performance Maintaining statutory compliance and audit ready documentation Overseeing meeting room and AV readiness Driving sustainability (energy, water, waste, carbon) Managing budgets and procurement Enhancing employee experience and workplace culture Owning business continuity planning Using BMS/CAFM data to optimise performance Potential projects include: refurbishments, lifecycle replacements and workplace improvements. What you ll bring Essential Strong Hard FM and Soft FM experience in a complex building Knowledge of statutory compliance and health & safety Leadership experience across mixed skill teams and contractors Supplier and contract management expertise Ability to use BMS/CAFM data for decision making Excellent communication and stakeholder skills Customer focused approach and passion for great workplaces IWFM Level 4 5 (or equivalent) and IOSH/NEBOSH-level H&S competency Desirable Personal alcohol licence/DPS experience Authorised person disciplines First Aid and Fire Marshal/Warden We know great candidates don t always match every requirement. If you bring enthusiasm, curiosity and a willingness to learn, we d love to hear from you. Working arrangements We operate a flexible, trust based working model. While some flexibility is possible, this role requires regular on site presence due to its operational nature. We also meet in person once a quarter at our King s Cross HQ. Why join us? Work in an award winning building designed for innovation and sustainability Be part of a collaborative, mission driven organisation with national and global impact Shape high quality workplaces that support science, learning and community Enjoy a culture that values inclusion, wellbeing and professional growth We re committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive culture for everyone. If you need any reasonable adjustments during the application or recruitment process, please let us know we re always happy to help. Why work at the IOP? We re a friendly, inclusive organisation where people are supported to thrive. We offer competitive pay, strong development opportunities and a generous benefits package, including: Excellent pension scheme Private medical, dental insurance and healthcare cash plan Eye care vouchers, flu vaccinations and EAP 25 days annual leave plus floating bank holidays Flexible working options