Research Excellence Framework (REF) SPRE Manager

You will have experience supporting strategic initiatives within a large or complex organisation, with the ability to engage effectively with colleagues at all levels and coordinate activities involving multiple stakeholders.

You will bring experience of policy and strategy development, drafting formal policies, report writing and supporting committees or governance groups. Excellent writing and editorial skills are essential, including the ability to synthesise complex information and evidence from multiple sources into clear, persuasive and well-structured narratives.

Strong organisational and project coordination skills will enable you to manage competing priorities, work independently and meet challenging deadlines. You will also be confident reviewing complex documents, providing constructive feedback and working collaboratively with contributors to improve the quality of written submissions.

You will be comfortable working with data and digital systems, including Microsoft Office applications and web-based databases, with excellent attention to detail and the ability to interpret and present information accurately.

A degree or equivalent professional experience is required, alongside evidence of continuing professional development. An understanding of the Research Excellence Framework 2029 and its methodologies would be advantageous.

Above all, you will be a collaborative, proactive and highly organised professional who can build effective relationships and contribute to the successful delivery of this important institutional priority.

As London's Global University, we know diversity fosters creativity and innovation. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where we all belong.

We particularly encourage applications from candidates underrepresented in UCL's workforce, including those from Black, Asian and ethnic minority backgrounds, disabled people, and - for Grade 9 and 10 roles - women.

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We are seeking a Research Excellence Framework (REF) SPRE Manager to join our Evaluation and Reporting team. This is a fixed-term position until the end of February 2029, supporting the preparation and delivery of UCL's submission to REF 2029.

The role will focus on coordinating the preparation of UCL's Institutional SPRE Statement and supporting the development of Unit-level statements across the university. This includes gathering, validating and analysing evidence, coordinating contributions from academic and professional services colleagues, and supporting the drafting, editing and review of submission materials.

Working closely with the REF team, faculty representatives, academic departments and professional services, you will help develop processes and guidance to support consistent, effective submissions. You will also coordinate workshops, training and stakeholder engagement activities, monitor progress against key milestones and provide reports and updates to senior colleagues and REF governance groups.

The successful candidate will develop a detailed understanding of REF 2029 requirements, providing advice and guidance to colleagues and ensuring submissions accurately reflect UCL's research strategy, research culture, people practices and research environment.