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Job Summary

The Cellular and Molecular Therapies function within NHSBT supports approximately 50% of bone marrow transplants across the country and is also involved in developing new cell and gene-based therapies through clinical trials. This post will offer the right candidate an opportunity to be part of the team managing this fast moving area of science and technology within NHSBT.

The postholder will have the opportunity to communicate with a wide range of clinical, scientific and administrative people both internal and external to the organisation.

You’ll be able to use your knowledge and experience to make a real difference to how well NHSBT delivers on its strategy to be at the forefront of bringing new cellular and molecular therapies to NHS patients.

Main duties of the job

This job role recognises the challenge of effectively and efficiently managing national functions across geographically-dispersed sites. In this role you will be required to:

• Provide administrative capacity nationally across the Function including managing regular meetings, co-ordinating travel, conference registration, courier and catering arrangements, monitoring the Function’s inbox, ad-hoc invoicing, website management and supporting Advanced Cell Therapy and Clinical Biotechnology business development work streams..
• Provide bespoke analytical support for the Function, including, for example, the creation of performance metrics, competitor and market trend analyses, desk-top research reports and horizon scanning.
• Support and co-ordinate business initiatives using project management tools
• Develop and maintain specialist expertise and knowledge in order to support activity across the Function. This might include, for example, regulatory compliance, the advancement of operational improvements or coordination of procurement exercises

You will be required to travel and spend time away from base, with prior notice

About You

Experience and Knowledge

• Experience in producing meeting agenda, taking minutes, running bring forward systems and chasing progress on actions
• Experience of working in an administrative role handling conflicting deadlines and priorities
• Extensive experience of working with information technology using Microsoft Office packages (Word, Excel and PowerPoint), or equivalent Systems
• Experience of using IT systems to produce reports (eg visio, publisher) and correspondence which are timely, professional and accurate
• Knowledge of General Data Protection Regulations, Freedom of Information and Information Governance
• Knowledge of producing and presenting a wide range of management information

Qualifications and Training

• Qualified to degree level or equivalent in a relevant subject (e.g. business administration, management)

• Demonstrates commitment to own continued professional development (CPD)

Please view the attached recruitment profile which is a summary of the detailed Job Description and Person Specification for the full personal attributes we require for the role. You will need to demonstrate these throughout the recruitment process.

About Us

It takes all types of people to deliver the kind of service that saves and improves lives. At NHS Blood and Transplant, you’ll join a team of more than 6,000 people who are making a genuine difference to communities, families, friends, relatives and more across the UK. We play a unique and special role in the NHS by helping people do something extraordinary- donate blood, blood products, organs, tissues, or stem cells to save someone in need.

Our three core values are what set us apart. They guide and inspire everything we do.

By being caring, expertly meeting the needs of our patients and our people, and accepting nothing less than the best quality, we can do extraordinary work and help our people to do something extraordinary in their career, too. Three small words, one big difference - Caring, Expert and Quality. Together we'll save and improve more lives than ever.

You will join us on our journey to create an inclusive workplace and aim to reflect the diverse communities we work with, and we positively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

What we offer:

• NHSBT promotes flexible working opportunities where the role will allow.
• 27 days annual leave (pro rata for part-time) plus Bank Holidays, increasing to 29 days after 5 years’ service and to 33 days after 10 years.
• NHS pension scheme. The NHS Pension Scheme is a defined benefit scheme (not dependent on investment returns) Further details and outline of benefits can be found at: www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/pensions
• We’ve fostered a culture of continuous learning where colleagues are well-led, engaged, and encouraged to grow. We support you in reaching your full potential, both in your current role and future career. Our Thrive program embodies our commitment to learning and development, offering a wide range of activities to support your personal and professional growth. It’s open to everyone at NHSBT, ensuring you have the resources to succeed and shine in your role.
  

This vacancy is on a fixed term/secondment basis for 12 months.

This vacancy will close at 23:59 on Monday 5^th May 2025.

Interviews are anticipated to be held on Monday 19^th May 2025 subject to confirmation.

For informal enquiries please contact Laura Murray, Head of Business Development - CMT, via email at laura.murray2@nhsbt.nhs.uk