Salary: £31,400- £38,300 Closing date:Thursday 5 November 2026 Contract type: permanent Interview dates: 1st stage; w/c 16 November 2026) online/Remote; 2nd stage: 23 November 2026 face to face Wellcome Collection is part of Wellcome Trust, a global charitable foundation that supports science to build a healthier future for everyone. Wellcome Collection is a free museum and library exploring health and human experience, where you can enjoy exhibitions, museum and library collections, public events, and a vibrant shop and café. We also publish books and online stories. This is a great time to join Wellcome Collection as we embark on an exciting period of development. We are looking for two Team Coordinators to join our business operations team. These roles will play an important part in supporting and enabling our teams to deliver on our vision of a world where everyone's experience of health matters. Where in Wellcome will I be working? You will be one of three Team Coordinators working within the Strategy, Delivery & Transformation team, reporting to the Wellcome Collections Operations Manager. Along with the Operations Manager and your fellow Team Coordinators, you will provide high level administrative support across multiple teams and departments within Wellcome Collection What will I be doing? Wellcome Collection is a free museum and library that explores connections between health, life and human experience. We are looking for two highly organised and proactive Team Coordinators to provide essential administrative and operational support to our Directorate and Leadership Team. The roles are central to ensuring the smooth running of day-to-day activities, coordinating key meetings and governance processes, managing office operations, and supporting collaboration across teams. Working closely with colleagues across Wellcome Collection, you will help create an efficient, inclusive and well-connected working environment that enables teams to deliver their objectives and the Wellcome Collection strategy. In this role, you will: Provide high-quality administrative support to the Directorate and Leadership Team, including expenses, invoice processing, purchasing, and managing operational activities. Coordinate internal and external meetings, preparing agendas, papers and presentations, taking accurate minutes, and tracking actions to completion. Organise all-staff meetings, governance meetings, workshops, training sessions, away days, and provide logistical support for events as required. Manage onboarding activities for new team members and arrange occasional travel and accommodation for leaders attending external meetings and conferences. Oversee office operations, including supplies, equipment, technology requirements, workspace arrangements, and maintaining accurate databases and records. Collaborate with colleagues across Wellcome Collection, contributing to a positive, inclusive culture while ensuring administrative cover and support across teams when needed. Is this job for me? To be successful in this role, you will bring previous PA, Executive Assistant or administrative experience gained within a busy and fast-paced environment. You will have excellent organisational skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while working to deadlines. You will be confident building relationships with stakeholders at all levels, handling confidential information with discretion, and communicating clearly in both written and verbal formats. Advanced Microsoft Office skills, including SharePoint, are essential, and experience of would be advantageous. The ideal candidate will have experience managing calendars, preparing meeting papers and presentations, drafting correspondence, taking minutes, and coordinating complex administrative activities. You will be proactive, resourceful and comfortable taking initiative, with a collaborative approach and a commitment to delivering excellent support. Most importantly, you will thrive in a role where organisation, teamwork and attention to detail are critical to enabling the success of others. To apply for this role please submit an updated CV and answer 2 application questions to demonstrate that you meet the minimum requirements for the role. Minimum Criteria: Ability to multi-task, prioritise, take initiative and work to deadlines. Well-developed time management skills, including ability to prioritise and reprioritise tasks without compromising quality, organising complex itineraries. As well as good verbal and written communication skills. Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office suite of products (eg Word, Outlook, Excel, SharePoint) Ability to deal with people at all levels and deal professionally with confidential material and issues. A pragmatic, positive attitude with the desire to work within a high performing team Applications Questions: Using examples please provide evidence to demonstrate that you meet the minimum criteria for this role as outlined in the job description? (Up to 500 words) Using short summaries please provide specific details of up to two different initiatives or projects you have been directly involved in that are relevant to this role. For each initiative or project please use up to 250 words to describe your role (e.g. team leader, team member), the purpose of the activity (i.e. its aims), and the major contributions you personally made. You can view the full job description on our website. You can read more about the benefits we offer our employees on our website Our Hybrid Way of Working We understand that our colleagues have commitments and personal interests outside of work and we strive to build a flexible working environment, in which people can perform at their best. At Wellcome we have a hybrid way of working which is 3 days in our Euston Road offices (Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday) with the remaining 2 days working either remotely or in the office. With this in mind however, Wellcome Collection is a 7 day per week operation. Therefore, in your role, on occasion it may be necessary for you to attend the office more frequently or support on work or projects outside of usual office hours. Diversity and Inclusion is at the heart of everything we do Diversity and Inclusion is a priority at Wellcome . We are committed to cultivating a fair andinclusiveenvironment, where everyone can be themselves and thrive. We are happy to discuss flexible working options for all roles. We work to ensure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible to everyone. This includesmaking adjustmentsfor people who have a disability or long-term condition.Please visit our website for more information on adjustments and accessibility, or contact us at . Covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (subject to a Basic DBS) Upon a conditional offer being made, the successful applicant for this position will be required to undertake a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service (or equivalent) criminal record check to disclose any 'unspent' criminal convictions or conditional cautions under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The criminal record check with not show anything that is 'spent'. For further guidance on disclosure of criminal records please see this UK Government Guidance . You can view our Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-offenders here . You can view our Privacy Statement here .
Oct 23, 2026
Full time
Salary: £31,400- £38,300 Closing date:Thursday 5 November 2026 Contract type: permanent Interview dates: 1st stage; w/c 16 November 2026) online/Remote; 2nd stage: 23 November 2026 face to face Wellcome Collection is part of Wellcome Trust, a global charitable foundation that supports science to build a healthier future for everyone. Wellcome Collection is a free museum and library exploring health and human experience, where you can enjoy exhibitions, museum and library collections, public events, and a vibrant shop and café. We also publish books and online stories. This is a great time to join Wellcome Collection as we embark on an exciting period of development. We are looking for two Team Coordinators to join our business operations team. These roles will play an important part in supporting and enabling our teams to deliver on our vision of a world where everyone's experience of health matters. Where in Wellcome will I be working? You will be one of three Team Coordinators working within the Strategy, Delivery & Transformation team, reporting to the Wellcome Collections Operations Manager. Along with the Operations Manager and your fellow Team Coordinators, you will provide high level administrative support across multiple teams and departments within Wellcome Collection What will I be doing? Wellcome Collection is a free museum and library that explores connections between health, life and human experience. We are looking for two highly organised and proactive Team Coordinators to provide essential administrative and operational support to our Directorate and Leadership Team. The roles are central to ensuring the smooth running of day-to-day activities, coordinating key meetings and governance processes, managing office operations, and supporting collaboration across teams. Working closely with colleagues across Wellcome Collection, you will help create an efficient, inclusive and well-connected working environment that enables teams to deliver their objectives and the Wellcome Collection strategy. In this role, you will: Provide high-quality administrative support to the Directorate and Leadership Team, including expenses, invoice processing, purchasing, and managing operational activities. Coordinate internal and external meetings, preparing agendas, papers and presentations, taking accurate minutes, and tracking actions to completion. Organise all-staff meetings, governance meetings, workshops, training sessions, away days, and provide logistical support for events as required. Manage onboarding activities for new team members and arrange occasional travel and accommodation for leaders attending external meetings and conferences. Oversee office operations, including supplies, equipment, technology requirements, workspace arrangements, and maintaining accurate databases and records. Collaborate with colleagues across Wellcome Collection, contributing to a positive, inclusive culture while ensuring administrative cover and support across teams when needed. Is this job for me? To be successful in this role, you will bring previous PA, Executive Assistant or administrative experience gained within a busy and fast-paced environment. You will have excellent organisational skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while working to deadlines. You will be confident building relationships with stakeholders at all levels, handling confidential information with discretion, and communicating clearly in both written and verbal formats. Advanced Microsoft Office skills, including SharePoint, are essential, and experience of would be advantageous. The ideal candidate will have experience managing calendars, preparing meeting papers and presentations, drafting correspondence, taking minutes, and coordinating complex administrative activities. You will be proactive, resourceful and comfortable taking initiative, with a collaborative approach and a commitment to delivering excellent support. Most importantly, you will thrive in a role where organisation, teamwork and attention to detail are critical to enabling the success of others. To apply for this role please submit an updated CV and answer 2 application questions to demonstrate that you meet the minimum requirements for the role. Minimum Criteria: Ability to multi-task, prioritise, take initiative and work to deadlines. Well-developed time management skills, including ability to prioritise and reprioritise tasks without compromising quality, organising complex itineraries. As well as good verbal and written communication skills. Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office suite of products (eg Word, Outlook, Excel, SharePoint) Ability to deal with people at all levels and deal professionally with confidential material and issues. A pragmatic, positive attitude with the desire to work within a high performing team Applications Questions: Using examples please provide evidence to demonstrate that you meet the minimum criteria for this role as outlined in the job description? (Up to 500 words) Using short summaries please provide specific details of up to two different initiatives or projects you have been directly involved in that are relevant to this role. For each initiative or project please use up to 250 words to describe your role (e.g. team leader, team member), the purpose of the activity (i.e. its aims), and the major contributions you personally made. You can view the full job description on our website. You can read more about the benefits we offer our employees on our website Our Hybrid Way of Working We understand that our colleagues have commitments and personal interests outside of work and we strive to build a flexible working environment, in which people can perform at their best. At Wellcome we have a hybrid way of working which is 3 days in our Euston Road offices (Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday) with the remaining 2 days working either remotely or in the office. With this in mind however, Wellcome Collection is a 7 day per week operation. Therefore, in your role, on occasion it may be necessary for you to attend the office more frequently or support on work or projects outside of usual office hours. Diversity and Inclusion is at the heart of everything we do Diversity and Inclusion is a priority at Wellcome . We are committed to cultivating a fair andinclusiveenvironment, where everyone can be themselves and thrive. We are happy to discuss flexible working options for all roles. We work to ensure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible to everyone. This includesmaking adjustmentsfor people who have a disability or long-term condition.Please visit our website for more information on adjustments and accessibility, or contact us at . Covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (subject to a Basic DBS) Upon a conditional offer being made, the successful applicant for this position will be required to undertake a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service (or equivalent) criminal record check to disclose any 'unspent' criminal convictions or conditional cautions under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The criminal record check with not show anything that is 'spent'. For further guidance on disclosure of criminal records please see this UK Government Guidance . You can view our Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-offenders here . You can view our Privacy Statement here .
Salary: £65,200- £84,700.00 Closing date: Thursday 5 November 2026 Contract type: Permanent Interview dates: 1st stage; w/c 23 November 2026, 2nd stage w/c 30 November 2026, 3rd Stage The Wellcome Trust is a global charitable foundation. We improve health for everyone by funding science, leading policy and advocacy campaigns, and building partnerships. We plan to spend £16bn over the next ten years, funding new discoveries in life, health, and wellbeing, and taking on three global health challenges: mental health, infectious disease and climate and health. These challenges need the bold science we support, but they won't be solved by science alone. We have an exciting opportunity for a Product Manager (People Systems) to lead our People Systems team. You will be responsible for developing and implementing our People Systems strategy and overseeing the design, build, testing and maintenance of our systems. Your work will help make Wellcome the best place to work and support the delivery of our mission. What will I be doing? As Product Manager (People Systems), you will be responsible for developing and maintaining our HR systems, including Workday, to support effective processes and enhance the employee experience. In this role, you will: Develop and implement the People Systems strategy, ensuring that our systems underpin the delivery of our People Strategy Manage the People Systems roadmap and prioritisation process, ensuring that enhancements meet business and end-user needs; allocate resources; and oversee the implementation and embedding of change Lead the discovery, design and build of configurations across all Workday modules-including HCM, Compensation, Absence, Recruitment, Learning, Help, UK Payroll, Performance and Talent-and other supporting People Systems Lead the day-to-day management of all People Systems, including resolving complex issues, maintaining robust data and security controls, and managing upgrades and audit processes Work with product owners across the People team to ensure that systems meet business needs, maximise functionality and enhance the user experience, while supporting product owners through system upgrades Manage relationships with our system and application management service providers, ensuring that systems and services perform as expected Lead the People Systems team, supporting team members' development and helping to make the Wellcome People team the best place to work. You can view the full job description on our website To apply for this role please submit an up-to-date CV and answer 2 application questions to demonstrate that you meet the minimum requirements for the role. The minimum requirements of the role are: Experience of developing and owning a People Systems strategy Extensive Workday experience, including product ownership of the full solution and in-depth knowledge of its modules, complex configuration, security, integrations and reporting Experience of delivering high-quality projects or workstreams to tight deadlines Experience of leading and developing people (preferred) Strong communication, collaboration and stakeholder management skills You can read more about the benefits we offer our employees on our website Our Hybrid Way of Working We understand that our colleagues have commitments and personal interests outside of work and we strive to build a flexible working environment, in which people can perform at their best. At Wellcome we have a hybrid way of working which is 3 days in our Euston Road offices (Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday) with the remaining 2 days working either remotely or in the office. Diversity and Inclusion is at the heart of everything we do Diversity and Inclusion is a priority at Wellcome. We are committed to cultivating a fair andinclusiveenvironment, where everyone can be themselves and thrive. We are happy to discuss flexible working options for all roles. We work to ensure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible to everyone. This includesmaking adjustmentsfor people who have a disability or long-term condition.Please visit our websitefor more information on adjustments and accessibility, or contact us .
Oct 23, 2026
Full time
Salary: £65,200- £84,700.00 Closing date: Thursday 5 November 2026 Contract type: Permanent Interview dates: 1st stage; w/c 23 November 2026, 2nd stage w/c 30 November 2026, 3rd Stage The Wellcome Trust is a global charitable foundation. We improve health for everyone by funding science, leading policy and advocacy campaigns, and building partnerships. We plan to spend £16bn over the next ten years, funding new discoveries in life, health, and wellbeing, and taking on three global health challenges: mental health, infectious disease and climate and health. These challenges need the bold science we support, but they won't be solved by science alone. We have an exciting opportunity for a Product Manager (People Systems) to lead our People Systems team. You will be responsible for developing and implementing our People Systems strategy and overseeing the design, build, testing and maintenance of our systems. Your work will help make Wellcome the best place to work and support the delivery of our mission. What will I be doing? As Product Manager (People Systems), you will be responsible for developing and maintaining our HR systems, including Workday, to support effective processes and enhance the employee experience. In this role, you will: Develop and implement the People Systems strategy, ensuring that our systems underpin the delivery of our People Strategy Manage the People Systems roadmap and prioritisation process, ensuring that enhancements meet business and end-user needs; allocate resources; and oversee the implementation and embedding of change Lead the discovery, design and build of configurations across all Workday modules-including HCM, Compensation, Absence, Recruitment, Learning, Help, UK Payroll, Performance and Talent-and other supporting People Systems Lead the day-to-day management of all People Systems, including resolving complex issues, maintaining robust data and security controls, and managing upgrades and audit processes Work with product owners across the People team to ensure that systems meet business needs, maximise functionality and enhance the user experience, while supporting product owners through system upgrades Manage relationships with our system and application management service providers, ensuring that systems and services perform as expected Lead the People Systems team, supporting team members' development and helping to make the Wellcome People team the best place to work. You can view the full job description on our website To apply for this role please submit an up-to-date CV and answer 2 application questions to demonstrate that you meet the minimum requirements for the role. The minimum requirements of the role are: Experience of developing and owning a People Systems strategy Extensive Workday experience, including product ownership of the full solution and in-depth knowledge of its modules, complex configuration, security, integrations and reporting Experience of delivering high-quality projects or workstreams to tight deadlines Experience of leading and developing people (preferred) Strong communication, collaboration and stakeholder management skills You can read more about the benefits we offer our employees on our website Our Hybrid Way of Working We understand that our colleagues have commitments and personal interests outside of work and we strive to build a flexible working environment, in which people can perform at their best. At Wellcome we have a hybrid way of working which is 3 days in our Euston Road offices (Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday) with the remaining 2 days working either remotely or in the office. Diversity and Inclusion is at the heart of everything we do Diversity and Inclusion is a priority at Wellcome. We are committed to cultivating a fair andinclusiveenvironment, where everyone can be themselves and thrive. We are happy to discuss flexible working options for all roles. We work to ensure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible to everyone. This includesmaking adjustmentsfor people who have a disability or long-term condition.Please visit our websitefor more information on adjustments and accessibility, or contact us .
Salary: £44,000 - £55,000 Closing date: Sunday, 25 October 2026 Contract type: Permanent Interview dates: 1st stage (w/c 23/11) online/Remote; 2nd stage: face to face The Wellcome Trust is a global charitable foundation. We improve health for everyone by funding science, leading policy and advocacy campaigns, and building partnerships. We plan to spend £16bn over the next ten years, funding new discoveries in life, health, and wellbeing, and taking on three global health challenges: mental health, infectious disease and climate and health. These challenges need the bold science we support, but they won't be solved by science alone. We are looking for a Research Manager to join the climate and health team, working on the health co-benefits health co-benefits of climate mitigation, with expertise in: land-use and GHGs and/or Health Impact Assessments (HIA); and experience of climate mitigation research and/or policies in LMICs. Where in Wellcome will I be working? You will be working in the Mitigation Team, within the Climate and Health Research Programme. The Mitigation Team supports the generation of robust, relevant health evidence in order to drive climate mitigation that benefits the health of both people and planet. We develop and fund transdisciplinary research that is co-produced by scientists, decision-makers and affected communities. We are passionate about advancing science in order to develop and enable climate and health solutions. We work in partnership with researchers, policy makers, financial and legal decision makers, fellow philanthropies and affected communities to maximise impact. This role will support a range of projects across our priority areas: sustainable and resilient food systems; the energy transition; and super pollutants. We welcome applicants with experience in relevant climate and health research, and in particular with expertise in: land-use and GHGs, and/or HIA; as well as LMIC experience. What will I be doing? In this role, you will contribute to our Climate & Health strategy by working with the Mitigation Team to identify, develop and manage funding for a variety of research projects. You will convene, fund, and disseminate learning through activities such as funding calls, research commissions, and evidence scoping contracts. You'll lead various initiatives across the mitigation portfolio, including supporting a cohort of LMIC research projects , supporting land-use aspects of our food systems and energy transitions work, and/or supporting integration of HIA within mitigation and health co-benefit work. As a Research Manager, you will: Deliver impactful work by providing technical expertise across activities such as expert consultations, funding decisions, and producing reports and reviews. Collaborate across Wellcome to share knowledge and insights from the Climate & Health portfolio, helping to shape solutions and strengthen organisational understanding. Build partnerships with stakeholders by maintaining active relationships with grant holders, monitoring research progress and culture, and promoting diversity and inclusion across funded projects. Engage with external experts through scoping interviews, workshops, and selecting and working with advisors to ensure high-quality input into Climate & Health decision-making. Manage strategic initiatives (in particular relating to: land-use, climate and health; and health co-benefits in an LMIC context), by leading projects, liaising with partners, and coordinating across teams to deliver outcomes aligned with Climate & Health's goals. Champion inclusive practice and accountability by fostering a diverse and collaborative culture, managing risks and budgets responsibly, and ensuring compliance with Wellcome's policies. Is this job for me? If you bring research expertise from academia, industry, charity, or the funding sector, and thrive in mission-driven work characterised by collaboration, this role could be an excellent match. You'll utilise your communication and organisational skills to manage projects, engage diverse stakeholders, and contribute to strategic initiatives that advance Climate & Health. To apply for this role please submit an update CV and answer 2 application questions to demonstrate that you meet the minimum requirements for the role. Minimum Criteria: Able to demonstrate a breadth of research expertise and experience in areas relevant to Climate Mitigation (in particular: expertise at the nexus of land-use, climate and health, and/or HIA; as well as experience within LMIC contexts), through relevant work experience in academia, industry, funding agency, or charity settings. Experience/knowledge of universities, funders, and other relevant scientific and research organisations and communities. Ability to employ diverse approaches to effectively communicate complex information across varied settings and seniority levels. Well-developed writing skills, with the ability to synthesise information and convey key points clearly and concisely. Experience/knowledge of managing projects in an academic, charity, or industry setting. Applications Questions: Using examples please provide evidence to demonstrate that you meet the minimum criteria for this role as outlined in the job description? (Up to 500 words) Using short summaries please provide specific details of up to two different initiatives or projects you have been directly involved in that are relevant to this role. For each initiative or project please use up to 250 words to describe your role (e.g. team leader, team member), the purpose of the activity (i.e. its aims), and the major contributions you personally made. You can view the full job description on our website You can read more about the benefits we offer our employees on our website Our Hybrid Way of Working We understand that our colleagues have commitments and personal interests outside of work and we strive to build a flexible working environment, in which people can perform at their best. At Wellcome we have a hybrid way of working which is 3 days in our Euston Road offices (Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday) with the remaining 2 days working either remotely or in the office. Diversity and Inclusion is at the heart of everything we do Diversity and Inclusion is a priority at Wellcome . We are committed to cultivating a fair andinclusiveenvironment, where everyone can be themselves and thrive. We are happy to discuss flexible working options for all roles. We work to ensure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible to everyone. This includesmaking adjustmentsfor people who have a disability or long-term condition.Please visit our website for more information on adjustments and accessibility, or contact us at .
Oct 22, 2026
Full time
Salary: £44,000 - £55,000 Closing date: Sunday, 25 October 2026 Contract type: Permanent Interview dates: 1st stage (w/c 23/11) online/Remote; 2nd stage: face to face The Wellcome Trust is a global charitable foundation. We improve health for everyone by funding science, leading policy and advocacy campaigns, and building partnerships. We plan to spend £16bn over the next ten years, funding new discoveries in life, health, and wellbeing, and taking on three global health challenges: mental health, infectious disease and climate and health. These challenges need the bold science we support, but they won't be solved by science alone. We are looking for a Research Manager to join the climate and health team, working on the health co-benefits health co-benefits of climate mitigation, with expertise in: land-use and GHGs and/or Health Impact Assessments (HIA); and experience of climate mitigation research and/or policies in LMICs. Where in Wellcome will I be working? You will be working in the Mitigation Team, within the Climate and Health Research Programme. The Mitigation Team supports the generation of robust, relevant health evidence in order to drive climate mitigation that benefits the health of both people and planet. We develop and fund transdisciplinary research that is co-produced by scientists, decision-makers and affected communities. We are passionate about advancing science in order to develop and enable climate and health solutions. We work in partnership with researchers, policy makers, financial and legal decision makers, fellow philanthropies and affected communities to maximise impact. This role will support a range of projects across our priority areas: sustainable and resilient food systems; the energy transition; and super pollutants. We welcome applicants with experience in relevant climate and health research, and in particular with expertise in: land-use and GHGs, and/or HIA; as well as LMIC experience. What will I be doing? In this role, you will contribute to our Climate & Health strategy by working with the Mitigation Team to identify, develop and manage funding for a variety of research projects. You will convene, fund, and disseminate learning through activities such as funding calls, research commissions, and evidence scoping contracts. You'll lead various initiatives across the mitigation portfolio, including supporting a cohort of LMIC research projects , supporting land-use aspects of our food systems and energy transitions work, and/or supporting integration of HIA within mitigation and health co-benefit work. As a Research Manager, you will: Deliver impactful work by providing technical expertise across activities such as expert consultations, funding decisions, and producing reports and reviews. Collaborate across Wellcome to share knowledge and insights from the Climate & Health portfolio, helping to shape solutions and strengthen organisational understanding. Build partnerships with stakeholders by maintaining active relationships with grant holders, monitoring research progress and culture, and promoting diversity and inclusion across funded projects. Engage with external experts through scoping interviews, workshops, and selecting and working with advisors to ensure high-quality input into Climate & Health decision-making. Manage strategic initiatives (in particular relating to: land-use, climate and health; and health co-benefits in an LMIC context), by leading projects, liaising with partners, and coordinating across teams to deliver outcomes aligned with Climate & Health's goals. Champion inclusive practice and accountability by fostering a diverse and collaborative culture, managing risks and budgets responsibly, and ensuring compliance with Wellcome's policies. Is this job for me? If you bring research expertise from academia, industry, charity, or the funding sector, and thrive in mission-driven work characterised by collaboration, this role could be an excellent match. You'll utilise your communication and organisational skills to manage projects, engage diverse stakeholders, and contribute to strategic initiatives that advance Climate & Health. To apply for this role please submit an update CV and answer 2 application questions to demonstrate that you meet the minimum requirements for the role. Minimum Criteria: Able to demonstrate a breadth of research expertise and experience in areas relevant to Climate Mitigation (in particular: expertise at the nexus of land-use, climate and health, and/or HIA; as well as experience within LMIC contexts), through relevant work experience in academia, industry, funding agency, or charity settings. Experience/knowledge of universities, funders, and other relevant scientific and research organisations and communities. Ability to employ diverse approaches to effectively communicate complex information across varied settings and seniority levels. Well-developed writing skills, with the ability to synthesise information and convey key points clearly and concisely. Experience/knowledge of managing projects in an academic, charity, or industry setting. Applications Questions: Using examples please provide evidence to demonstrate that you meet the minimum criteria for this role as outlined in the job description? (Up to 500 words) Using short summaries please provide specific details of up to two different initiatives or projects you have been directly involved in that are relevant to this role. For each initiative or project please use up to 250 words to describe your role (e.g. team leader, team member), the purpose of the activity (i.e. its aims), and the major contributions you personally made. You can view the full job description on our website You can read more about the benefits we offer our employees on our website Our Hybrid Way of Working We understand that our colleagues have commitments and personal interests outside of work and we strive to build a flexible working environment, in which people can perform at their best. At Wellcome we have a hybrid way of working which is 3 days in our Euston Road offices (Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday) with the remaining 2 days working either remotely or in the office. Diversity and Inclusion is at the heart of everything we do Diversity and Inclusion is a priority at Wellcome . We are committed to cultivating a fair andinclusiveenvironment, where everyone can be themselves and thrive. We are happy to discuss flexible working options for all roles. We work to ensure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible to everyone. This includesmaking adjustmentsfor people who have a disability or long-term condition.Please visit our website for more information on adjustments and accessibility, or contact us at .
Salary: £36,320- £45,400 Closing date: Monday 26 October 2026 Contract type: permanent - 34 hr week Interview dates: 1 stage (w/c 23 November 2026) In person The Wellcome Trust is a global charitable foundation. We improve health for everyone by funding science, leading policy and advocacy campaigns, and building partnerships. We committed to spend £16bn in the ten years to 2032, funding new discoveries in life, health, and wellbeing, and taking on three global health challenges: mental health, infectious disease and climate and health. These challenges need the bold science we support, but they won't be solved by science alone. We are looking for a Visitor Experience & Engagement Managerto join our team. Where in Wellcome will I be working? You will be working as part of the Visitor Experience & Engagement team within the Strategy, Enterprises & Operations department reporting to the Head of Visitor Experience & Museum Operations. The Visitor Experience & Engagement team is key to ensuring visitors engage with everything Wellcome Collection has to offer through a high-quality, interactive and multi-layered experience. This includes every stage of the visitor journey, from pre-visit information and planning to in venue interaction and engagement, and post-visit communication and feedback. What will I be doing? You'll lead and support a team of Visitor Experience and Engagement Facilitators, Hosts and Apprentices, creating an environment where people can thrive, develop their skills and deliver outstanding visitor experiences. Key responsibilities include: Lead, coach and develop a team of Visitor Experience and Engagement Facilitators, Hosts and Apprentices, creating an inclusive and supportive culture where people can thrive and deliver exceptional visitor experiences. Drive visitor engagement and accessibility, championing inclusive practice and continuously improving how visitors experience Wellcome Collection, its exhibitions, programmes and services. Recruit, train and develop colleagues, building capability across the team and supporting professional growth through coaching, mentoring and continuous learning. Collaborate across Wellcome with teams including Curatorial, Public Practice, Collections and Digital to help shape exhibitions, events and public programmes from a visitor-focused perspective. Use visitor insight and feedback to enhance services, lead projects and initiatives, and support innovation in visitor experience and engagement. Act as Duty Manager, overseeing the day-to-day operation of the venue, including visitor flow, incident response, health and safety, safeguarding, event support and the delivery of a safe, welcoming and seamless visitor experience. Is this job for me? We're looking for a confident and inclusive leader who is passionate about creating exceptional visitor experiences and helping teams succeed. You'll have experience leading and developing teams in a visitor-facing, customer-focused or public environment, alongside duty management, venue management or wider operational leadership experience. You'll be committed to accessibility, diversity, inclusion and creating welcoming experiences for a broad range of audiences, with the ability to manage health and safety, security and incident response responsibilities. We're particularly interested in people with a coaching-led management style who can inspire, motivate and develop others, while building strong relationships with colleagues and stakeholders across the organisation. You'll be an excellent communicator who remains calm under pressure, makes sound decisions in a fast-paced environment and enjoys solving problems. Experience in a museum, gallery, library, heritage, cultural or public engagement setting would be advantageous, but is not essential. Most importantly, you'll be someone who enjoys leading people, improving experiences and helping visitors connect with ideas that matter. To apply for this role please submit an updated CV and answer 2 application questions to demonstrate that you meet the minimum requirements for the role. Minimum Criteria: Leads by example with the determination to hold yourself accountable to your team, colleagues beyond your team, the organisation and our visitors. Maintains the ability to build a positive working culture through a strong coaching and collaborative management approach, where team members feel valued and trusted. Understands what motivates people, celebrating achievement at every opportunity, actively challenging poor performance when required, supporting and ensuring improvement. Has the ability to foster an experimental outcome-based culture that values learning and continuous improvement and empowers the team to take ownership and responsibility for themselves. Will contribute to a diverse and inclusive culture across the organisation, working across departments. Applications Questions: Using examples please provide evidence to demonstrate that you meet the minimum criteria for this role as outlined in the job description? (Up to 500 words) Using short summaries please provide specific details of up to two different initiatives or projects you have been directly involved in that are relevant to this role. For each initiative or project please use up to 250 words to describe your role (e.g. team leader, team member), the purpose of the activity (i.e. its aims), and the major contributions you personally made. You can view the full job description on our website. You can read more about the benefits we offer our employees on our website Our Hybrid Way of Working We understand that our colleagues have commitments and personal interests outside of work and we strive to build a flexible working environment, in which people can perform at their best. Diversity and Inclusion is at the heart of everything we do Diversity and Inclusion is a priority at Wellcome . We are committed to cultivating a fair andinclusiveenvironment, where everyone can be themselves and thrive. We are happy to discuss flexible working options for all roles. We work to ensure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible to everyone. This includesmaking adjustmentsfor people who have a disability or long-term condition.Please visit our website for more information on adjustments and accessibility, or contact us at . Covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (subject to a Basic DBS) Upon a conditional offer being made, the successful applicant for this position will be required to undertake a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service (or equivalent) criminal record check to disclose any 'unspent' criminal convictions or conditional cautions under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The criminal record check with not show anything that is 'spent'. For further guidance on disclosure of criminal records please see this UK Government Guidance . You can view our Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-offenders here . You can view our Privacy Statement here .
Oct 22, 2026
Full time
Salary: £36,320- £45,400 Closing date: Monday 26 October 2026 Contract type: permanent - 34 hr week Interview dates: 1 stage (w/c 23 November 2026) In person The Wellcome Trust is a global charitable foundation. We improve health for everyone by funding science, leading policy and advocacy campaigns, and building partnerships. We committed to spend £16bn in the ten years to 2032, funding new discoveries in life, health, and wellbeing, and taking on three global health challenges: mental health, infectious disease and climate and health. These challenges need the bold science we support, but they won't be solved by science alone. We are looking for a Visitor Experience & Engagement Managerto join our team. Where in Wellcome will I be working? You will be working as part of the Visitor Experience & Engagement team within the Strategy, Enterprises & Operations department reporting to the Head of Visitor Experience & Museum Operations. The Visitor Experience & Engagement team is key to ensuring visitors engage with everything Wellcome Collection has to offer through a high-quality, interactive and multi-layered experience. This includes every stage of the visitor journey, from pre-visit information and planning to in venue interaction and engagement, and post-visit communication and feedback. What will I be doing? You'll lead and support a team of Visitor Experience and Engagement Facilitators, Hosts and Apprentices, creating an environment where people can thrive, develop their skills and deliver outstanding visitor experiences. Key responsibilities include: Lead, coach and develop a team of Visitor Experience and Engagement Facilitators, Hosts and Apprentices, creating an inclusive and supportive culture where people can thrive and deliver exceptional visitor experiences. Drive visitor engagement and accessibility, championing inclusive practice and continuously improving how visitors experience Wellcome Collection, its exhibitions, programmes and services. Recruit, train and develop colleagues, building capability across the team and supporting professional growth through coaching, mentoring and continuous learning. Collaborate across Wellcome with teams including Curatorial, Public Practice, Collections and Digital to help shape exhibitions, events and public programmes from a visitor-focused perspective. Use visitor insight and feedback to enhance services, lead projects and initiatives, and support innovation in visitor experience and engagement. Act as Duty Manager, overseeing the day-to-day operation of the venue, including visitor flow, incident response, health and safety, safeguarding, event support and the delivery of a safe, welcoming and seamless visitor experience. Is this job for me? We're looking for a confident and inclusive leader who is passionate about creating exceptional visitor experiences and helping teams succeed. You'll have experience leading and developing teams in a visitor-facing, customer-focused or public environment, alongside duty management, venue management or wider operational leadership experience. You'll be committed to accessibility, diversity, inclusion and creating welcoming experiences for a broad range of audiences, with the ability to manage health and safety, security and incident response responsibilities. We're particularly interested in people with a coaching-led management style who can inspire, motivate and develop others, while building strong relationships with colleagues and stakeholders across the organisation. You'll be an excellent communicator who remains calm under pressure, makes sound decisions in a fast-paced environment and enjoys solving problems. Experience in a museum, gallery, library, heritage, cultural or public engagement setting would be advantageous, but is not essential. Most importantly, you'll be someone who enjoys leading people, improving experiences and helping visitors connect with ideas that matter. To apply for this role please submit an updated CV and answer 2 application questions to demonstrate that you meet the minimum requirements for the role. Minimum Criteria: Leads by example with the determination to hold yourself accountable to your team, colleagues beyond your team, the organisation and our visitors. Maintains the ability to build a positive working culture through a strong coaching and collaborative management approach, where team members feel valued and trusted. Understands what motivates people, celebrating achievement at every opportunity, actively challenging poor performance when required, supporting and ensuring improvement. Has the ability to foster an experimental outcome-based culture that values learning and continuous improvement and empowers the team to take ownership and responsibility for themselves. Will contribute to a diverse and inclusive culture across the organisation, working across departments. Applications Questions: Using examples please provide evidence to demonstrate that you meet the minimum criteria for this role as outlined in the job description? (Up to 500 words) Using short summaries please provide specific details of up to two different initiatives or projects you have been directly involved in that are relevant to this role. For each initiative or project please use up to 250 words to describe your role (e.g. team leader, team member), the purpose of the activity (i.e. its aims), and the major contributions you personally made. You can view the full job description on our website. You can read more about the benefits we offer our employees on our website Our Hybrid Way of Working We understand that our colleagues have commitments and personal interests outside of work and we strive to build a flexible working environment, in which people can perform at their best. Diversity and Inclusion is at the heart of everything we do Diversity and Inclusion is a priority at Wellcome . We are committed to cultivating a fair andinclusiveenvironment, where everyone can be themselves and thrive. We are happy to discuss flexible working options for all roles. We work to ensure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible to everyone. This includesmaking adjustmentsfor people who have a disability or long-term condition.Please visit our website for more information on adjustments and accessibility, or contact us at . Covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (subject to a Basic DBS) Upon a conditional offer being made, the successful applicant for this position will be required to undertake a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service (or equivalent) criminal record check to disclose any 'unspent' criminal convictions or conditional cautions under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The criminal record check with not show anything that is 'spent'. For further guidance on disclosure of criminal records please see this UK Government Guidance . You can view our Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-offenders here . You can view our Privacy Statement here .
Closing date: Sunday, 1 November 2026 Contract type: Fixed Term Contract - Duration: 12 months Interview dates: 1st stage (From 06/11) online/Remote; 2nd stage: face to face ; 3rd stage (Face to Face) The Wellcome Trust is a global charitable foundation. We improve health for everyone by funding science, leading policy and advocacy campaigns, and building partnerships. We committed to spend £16bn in the ten years to 2032, funding new discoveries in life, health, and wellbeing, and taking on three global health challenges: mental health, infectious disease and climate and health. These challenges need the bold science we support, but they won't be solved by science alone. The Investments Operations team is responsible for ensuring the smooth running of the investment process day-to-day and for the provision and management of timely, accurate and consistent data to portfolio managers, analysts and key stakeholders alike. To achieve these goals, the team works closely with service providers, counterparties, systems vendors and key internal parties and carries out a number of critical tasks on a regular and ad hoc basis. Additionally, the team is involved in several continuous improvement initiatives aimed at making our operating model more efficient and cost effective, to deliver value to the Trust and to therefore support the overall mission. We are looking for an Investment Data and Operations Analyst to join our team for a 12months fixed term contract Where in Wellcome will I be working? You will play an important role in maintaining the data and operational processes that underpin Wellcome's investment activities. By supporting the team's day-to-day requirements, you will help ensure investment operations run effectively and support the delivery of the team's wider objectives. What will I be doing? You'll oversee a broad range of investment operations, reporting and governance activities, working with internal colleagues and external partners to ensure Wellcome's portfolio is accurately managed, monitored and reported. Overseeing day-to-day investment operations and reconciliations, ensuring processes are completed accurately and efficiently. Managing operational activities across Wellcome's investment portfolio, working closely with external providers and internal stakeholders. Monitoring and reconciling investment cash flows, valuations and portfolio activity to maintain accurate records and effective funding of investment activity. Building and maintaining relationships with custodians, brokers and fund administrators to resolve issues and enhance operational effectiveness. Coordinating regulatory, compliance and governance activities to ensure Wellcome meets its reporting obligations. Producing and enhancing investment reports, dashboards and data insights that support decision-making and continuous improvement across the investment team. Is this job for me? This could be a great opportunity if you have experience in investment operations within an investment management or financial services environment, and enjoy working with investment data, reporting and operational processes across a range of asset classes. You'll thrive in this role if you're highly organised, analytical and collaborative, with the ability to build relationships, manage competing priorities and contribute effectively within a small, high-performing team. To apply for this role please submit an updated CV and answer 2 application questions to demonstrate that you meet the minimum requirements for the role. Minimum Criteria: Demonstrable experience of working in an investment operations, asset management or wider financial services environment, with responsibility for operational processes, reconciliations and transaction management. Experience supporting investment portfolios across public and private markets, including areas such as cash management, valuations, fund operations, trade processing or custody activities. Experience producing, managing or analysing investment data and reporting, including the use of systems and tools to support portfolio oversight and decision-making. Experience working with external service providers, custodians, fund administrators or other third-party partners to deliver operational, reporting or governance requirements. Applications Questions: Using examples please provide evidence to demonstrate that you meet the minimum criteria for this role as outlined in the job description? (Up to 500 words) Using short summaries please provide specific details of up to two different initiatives or projects you have been directly involved in that are relevant to this role. For each initiative or project please use up to 250 words to describe your role (e.g. team leader, team member), the purpose of the activity (i.e. its aims), and the major contributions you personally made. You can view the full job description on our website You can read more about the benefits we offer our employees on our website Our Hybrid Way of Working We understand that our colleagues have commitments and personal interests outside of work and we strive to build a flexible working environment, in which people can perform at their best. At Wellcome we have a hybrid way of working which is 3 days in our Euston Road offices (Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday) with the remaining 2 days working either remotely or in the office. Diversity and Inclusion is at the heart of everything we do Diversity and Inclusion is a priority at Wellcome . We are committed to cultivating a fair and inclusive environment, where everyone can be themselves and thrive. We are happy to discuss flexible working options for all roles. We work to ensure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible to everyone. This includes making adjustments for people who have a disability or long-term condition. Please visit our website for more information on adjustments and accessibility, or contact us at . Upon a conditional offer being made, the successful applicant for this position will be required to undertake a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service (or equivalent) criminal record check to disclose any 'unspent' criminal convictions or conditional cautions under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The criminal record check with not show anything that is 'spent'. For further guidance on disclosure of criminal records please see this UK Government Guidance . You can view our Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-offenders here . You can view our Privacy Statement here .
Oct 22, 2026
Full time
Closing date: Sunday, 1 November 2026 Contract type: Fixed Term Contract - Duration: 12 months Interview dates: 1st stage (From 06/11) online/Remote; 2nd stage: face to face ; 3rd stage (Face to Face) The Wellcome Trust is a global charitable foundation. We improve health for everyone by funding science, leading policy and advocacy campaigns, and building partnerships. We committed to spend £16bn in the ten years to 2032, funding new discoveries in life, health, and wellbeing, and taking on three global health challenges: mental health, infectious disease and climate and health. These challenges need the bold science we support, but they won't be solved by science alone. The Investments Operations team is responsible for ensuring the smooth running of the investment process day-to-day and for the provision and management of timely, accurate and consistent data to portfolio managers, analysts and key stakeholders alike. To achieve these goals, the team works closely with service providers, counterparties, systems vendors and key internal parties and carries out a number of critical tasks on a regular and ad hoc basis. Additionally, the team is involved in several continuous improvement initiatives aimed at making our operating model more efficient and cost effective, to deliver value to the Trust and to therefore support the overall mission. We are looking for an Investment Data and Operations Analyst to join our team for a 12months fixed term contract Where in Wellcome will I be working? You will play an important role in maintaining the data and operational processes that underpin Wellcome's investment activities. By supporting the team's day-to-day requirements, you will help ensure investment operations run effectively and support the delivery of the team's wider objectives. What will I be doing? You'll oversee a broad range of investment operations, reporting and governance activities, working with internal colleagues and external partners to ensure Wellcome's portfolio is accurately managed, monitored and reported. Overseeing day-to-day investment operations and reconciliations, ensuring processes are completed accurately and efficiently. Managing operational activities across Wellcome's investment portfolio, working closely with external providers and internal stakeholders. Monitoring and reconciling investment cash flows, valuations and portfolio activity to maintain accurate records and effective funding of investment activity. Building and maintaining relationships with custodians, brokers and fund administrators to resolve issues and enhance operational effectiveness. Coordinating regulatory, compliance and governance activities to ensure Wellcome meets its reporting obligations. Producing and enhancing investment reports, dashboards and data insights that support decision-making and continuous improvement across the investment team. Is this job for me? This could be a great opportunity if you have experience in investment operations within an investment management or financial services environment, and enjoy working with investment data, reporting and operational processes across a range of asset classes. You'll thrive in this role if you're highly organised, analytical and collaborative, with the ability to build relationships, manage competing priorities and contribute effectively within a small, high-performing team. To apply for this role please submit an updated CV and answer 2 application questions to demonstrate that you meet the minimum requirements for the role. Minimum Criteria: Demonstrable experience of working in an investment operations, asset management or wider financial services environment, with responsibility for operational processes, reconciliations and transaction management. Experience supporting investment portfolios across public and private markets, including areas such as cash management, valuations, fund operations, trade processing or custody activities. Experience producing, managing or analysing investment data and reporting, including the use of systems and tools to support portfolio oversight and decision-making. Experience working with external service providers, custodians, fund administrators or other third-party partners to deliver operational, reporting or governance requirements. Applications Questions: Using examples please provide evidence to demonstrate that you meet the minimum criteria for this role as outlined in the job description? (Up to 500 words) Using short summaries please provide specific details of up to two different initiatives or projects you have been directly involved in that are relevant to this role. For each initiative or project please use up to 250 words to describe your role (e.g. team leader, team member), the purpose of the activity (i.e. its aims), and the major contributions you personally made. You can view the full job description on our website You can read more about the benefits we offer our employees on our website Our Hybrid Way of Working We understand that our colleagues have commitments and personal interests outside of work and we strive to build a flexible working environment, in which people can perform at their best. At Wellcome we have a hybrid way of working which is 3 days in our Euston Road offices (Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday) with the remaining 2 days working either remotely or in the office. Diversity and Inclusion is at the heart of everything we do Diversity and Inclusion is a priority at Wellcome . We are committed to cultivating a fair and inclusive environment, where everyone can be themselves and thrive. We are happy to discuss flexible working options for all roles. We work to ensure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible to everyone. This includes making adjustments for people who have a disability or long-term condition. Please visit our website for more information on adjustments and accessibility, or contact us at . Upon a conditional offer being made, the successful applicant for this position will be required to undertake a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service (or equivalent) criminal record check to disclose any 'unspent' criminal convictions or conditional cautions under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The criminal record check with not show anything that is 'spent'. For further guidance on disclosure of criminal records please see this UK Government Guidance . You can view our Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-offenders here . You can view our Privacy Statement here .
Salary: £84,640 - £105,800 Closing date: Sunday, 1 November 2026 Contract type: Permanent Interview dates: 1st stage (Fri, 20/11 + W/c 23/11) online/Remote; 2nd stage (w/c 30/11) Online; 3rd stage (Face to face) The Wellcome Trust is a global charitable foundation. We improve health for everyone by funding science, leading policy and advocacy campaigns, and building partnerships. We committed to spend £16bn in the ten years to 2032, funding new discoveries in life, health, and wellbeing, and taking on three global health challenges: mental health, infectious disease and climate and health. We are looking for a Head of Global Science Policy to join our Science Policy Labs leadership team. Where in Wellcome will I be working? You will join Science Policy Labs, a new team in Wellcome's Policy and Partnerships department charged with exploring, shaping and accelerating new and better ways of supporting science in service of Wellcome's mission. You'll be joining Science Policy Labs at a critical inflection point. You'll have the opportunity to grow a new multi-disciplinary team of policy advisors, researchers and designers that is passionate about shaping the environment for, and the public impact of, science. You'll report to the Associate Director of Science Policy Labs and will work closely with the Head of UK and EU Science Policy as part of a three-strong leadership team charged with translating this vision into operational reality. You'll also be a key contributor to the leadership team across the Policy and Partnerships department where we have deep policy, government relations and strategic partnerships expertise. You will also benefit from working closely with teams across the Discovery department who invest in advancing the scientific frontier in the UK and our other priority geographies in Africa and Asia. What will I be doing? You'll lead the strategic development and delivery of our work shaping global science policy to responsibly accelerate the next era of transformative scientific discoveries towards a healthier future for everyone. Your first task will be to work with the Associate Director to identify and recruit a world-class team and a network of Science Policy Associates. With that team, you'll build a portfolio of policy research, evidence and ideas, and clear routes to influencing change. You'll develop strategic collaborations, and design and support new methods and initiatives for accelerating solutions to science policy challenges. You'll work collaboratively across Science Policy Labs and beyond to optimise use of people, budget and methods for maximum impact. Our privileged position as a major funder of discovery science creates valuable opportunities to improve the environment for science and the ways in which it will benefit everyone's health. You'll help us raise our ambition and realise it. You'll use your superb communication skills for thought leadership, and will lead, develop and motivate the team, sharing your deep expertise generously - to set high standards for our policy research and other outputs, and to deliver consistently high calibre work that makes an impact. As Head of Global Science Policy in Science Policy Labs, your initial agenda will include tackling questions like: How can we advance effective and equitable global stewardship of scientific data in an era of AI and science sovereignty? How can policy keep pace with discovery through the anticipatory governance of frontier science, including AI in science? How can we shape the roles of philanthropy, governments and international institutions so that scientific discoveries benefit everyone's health? Some desirable experience: Expertise in science for health, including life sciences Experience in both global fora and in our priority geographies (LMICs across Africa, South Asia and South-East Asia and UK) Demonstrable commitment to ensuring that discovery is pursued responsibly and the benefits felt by everyone. To apply for this role, please submit an updated CV and answer 2 application questions to demonstrate that you meet the minimum requirement for the role: Minimum Criteria: Deep experience and expertise in global science policy (eg the funding, conditions, institutions, incentives, governance, regulation, collaborations and impact of science and innovation). You have a track record of original thinking, high calibre policy research or metascience, analysis and impact in an international setting. Proven ability to take an idea from concept to reality. You have end-to-end experience of translating a high-level concept into a practical operating model. You're comfortable with ambiguity and determining and validating strategic direction through uncertainty, securing buy-in at every stage. Demonstrated success in cutting through complexity and making things happen, not just managing budgets, governance and relationships effectively. You've built and managed teams, programmes, policy accelerators or relevant organisations to deliver on an ambitious goal. You're a builder not just an operator. Strong understanding of how to influence change in science and innovation policy with relevant networks, experience and judgement on building collaborations and coalitions for impact Applications Questions: Using examples please provide evidence to demonstrate that you meet the minimum criteria for this role as outlined above? (Up to 500 words) Using short summaries please provide specific details of up to two different initiatives or projects you have been directly involved in that are relevant to this role. One should involve policy influencing, and one should involve taking an initiative from zero to impact. For each initiative or project please use up to 250 words to describe your role (e.g. team leader, team member), the purpose of the activity (i.e. its aims), and the major contributions you personally made. You can view the full job description on our website You can read more about the benefits we offer our employees on our website Our Hybrid Way of Working We understand that our colleagues have commitments and personal interests outside of work and we strive to build a flexible working environment, in which people can perform at their best. At Wellcome we have a hybrid way of working which is 3 days in our Euston Road offices (Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday) with the remaining 2 days working either remotely or in the office. Diversity and Inclusion is at the heart of everything we do Diversity and Inclusion is a priority at Wellcome . We are committed to cultivating a fair and inclusive environment, where everyone can be themselves and thrive. We are happy to discuss flexible working options for all roles. We work to ensure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible to everyone. This includes making adjustments for people who have a disability or long-term condition. Please visit our website for more information on adjustments and accessibility, or contact us at .
Oct 22, 2026
Full time
Salary: £84,640 - £105,800 Closing date: Sunday, 1 November 2026 Contract type: Permanent Interview dates: 1st stage (Fri, 20/11 + W/c 23/11) online/Remote; 2nd stage (w/c 30/11) Online; 3rd stage (Face to face) The Wellcome Trust is a global charitable foundation. We improve health for everyone by funding science, leading policy and advocacy campaigns, and building partnerships. We committed to spend £16bn in the ten years to 2032, funding new discoveries in life, health, and wellbeing, and taking on three global health challenges: mental health, infectious disease and climate and health. We are looking for a Head of Global Science Policy to join our Science Policy Labs leadership team. Where in Wellcome will I be working? You will join Science Policy Labs, a new team in Wellcome's Policy and Partnerships department charged with exploring, shaping and accelerating new and better ways of supporting science in service of Wellcome's mission. You'll be joining Science Policy Labs at a critical inflection point. You'll have the opportunity to grow a new multi-disciplinary team of policy advisors, researchers and designers that is passionate about shaping the environment for, and the public impact of, science. You'll report to the Associate Director of Science Policy Labs and will work closely with the Head of UK and EU Science Policy as part of a three-strong leadership team charged with translating this vision into operational reality. You'll also be a key contributor to the leadership team across the Policy and Partnerships department where we have deep policy, government relations and strategic partnerships expertise. You will also benefit from working closely with teams across the Discovery department who invest in advancing the scientific frontier in the UK and our other priority geographies in Africa and Asia. What will I be doing? You'll lead the strategic development and delivery of our work shaping global science policy to responsibly accelerate the next era of transformative scientific discoveries towards a healthier future for everyone. Your first task will be to work with the Associate Director to identify and recruit a world-class team and a network of Science Policy Associates. With that team, you'll build a portfolio of policy research, evidence and ideas, and clear routes to influencing change. You'll develop strategic collaborations, and design and support new methods and initiatives for accelerating solutions to science policy challenges. You'll work collaboratively across Science Policy Labs and beyond to optimise use of people, budget and methods for maximum impact. Our privileged position as a major funder of discovery science creates valuable opportunities to improve the environment for science and the ways in which it will benefit everyone's health. You'll help us raise our ambition and realise it. You'll use your superb communication skills for thought leadership, and will lead, develop and motivate the team, sharing your deep expertise generously - to set high standards for our policy research and other outputs, and to deliver consistently high calibre work that makes an impact. As Head of Global Science Policy in Science Policy Labs, your initial agenda will include tackling questions like: How can we advance effective and equitable global stewardship of scientific data in an era of AI and science sovereignty? How can policy keep pace with discovery through the anticipatory governance of frontier science, including AI in science? How can we shape the roles of philanthropy, governments and international institutions so that scientific discoveries benefit everyone's health? Some desirable experience: Expertise in science for health, including life sciences Experience in both global fora and in our priority geographies (LMICs across Africa, South Asia and South-East Asia and UK) Demonstrable commitment to ensuring that discovery is pursued responsibly and the benefits felt by everyone. To apply for this role, please submit an updated CV and answer 2 application questions to demonstrate that you meet the minimum requirement for the role: Minimum Criteria: Deep experience and expertise in global science policy (eg the funding, conditions, institutions, incentives, governance, regulation, collaborations and impact of science and innovation). You have a track record of original thinking, high calibre policy research or metascience, analysis and impact in an international setting. Proven ability to take an idea from concept to reality. You have end-to-end experience of translating a high-level concept into a practical operating model. You're comfortable with ambiguity and determining and validating strategic direction through uncertainty, securing buy-in at every stage. Demonstrated success in cutting through complexity and making things happen, not just managing budgets, governance and relationships effectively. You've built and managed teams, programmes, policy accelerators or relevant organisations to deliver on an ambitious goal. You're a builder not just an operator. Strong understanding of how to influence change in science and innovation policy with relevant networks, experience and judgement on building collaborations and coalitions for impact Applications Questions: Using examples please provide evidence to demonstrate that you meet the minimum criteria for this role as outlined above? (Up to 500 words) Using short summaries please provide specific details of up to two different initiatives or projects you have been directly involved in that are relevant to this role. One should involve policy influencing, and one should involve taking an initiative from zero to impact. For each initiative or project please use up to 250 words to describe your role (e.g. team leader, team member), the purpose of the activity (i.e. its aims), and the major contributions you personally made. You can view the full job description on our website You can read more about the benefits we offer our employees on our website Our Hybrid Way of Working We understand that our colleagues have commitments and personal interests outside of work and we strive to build a flexible working environment, in which people can perform at their best. At Wellcome we have a hybrid way of working which is 3 days in our Euston Road offices (Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday) with the remaining 2 days working either remotely or in the office. Diversity and Inclusion is at the heart of everything we do Diversity and Inclusion is a priority at Wellcome . We are committed to cultivating a fair and inclusive environment, where everyone can be themselves and thrive. We are happy to discuss flexible working options for all roles. We work to ensure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible to everyone. This includes making adjustments for people who have a disability or long-term condition. Please visit our website for more information on adjustments and accessibility, or contact us at .
