Governance and Research Finance Lead Salary: £60,000 - 65,000 plus benefits Reports to: Head of Grants Management Contract: 12-month Maternity Cover Location: Stratford High Flex (1-2 days in office) Minimum working pattern: 35 Closing date: 28 April :55 This vacancy may close earlier if a high volume of applications is received or once a suitable candidate is found, therefore we strongly recommend that you apply early to avoid disappointment. Please let us know if there is anything about the recruitment process that you would like to discuss, in particular if there are any changes or adjustments that would make it easier for you to apply. Please contact or as soon as possible. Visa sponsorship: You must be eligible to work in the UK to apply for this vacancy. Cancer Research UK is not able to offer visa sponsorship. Recruitment process: Competency based interview Interview date: 8/9 May 2025 At Cancer Research UK, we exist to beat cancer. Cancer Research UK are looking for a Governance and Research Finance Lead, to join the Grants Management team. About the team The Research Operations team at Cancer Research UK (CRUK) sits within the Research and Innovation directorate and plays a vital role in supporting the organisation''s mission to beat cancer by ensuring the smooth administration of research funding. Research Operations are responsible for managing the full lifecycle of research grants, from application through to award and reconciliation, whilst also ensuring CRUK has