Job summary THIS POST IS FIXED TERM/SECONDMENT FOR 2 YEARS DUE TO FUNDING. IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN APPLYING FOR THE SECONDMENT POSITION, YOU MUST OBTAIN PERMISSION FROM YOUR CURRENT LINE MANAGER PRIOR TO APPLYING FOR THIS POST. A unique and exciting fixed term opportunity has arisen for an exceptional individual to be appointed as a Research Costings Manager. If you are interested in applying for the secondment position, you must obtain permission from your current line manager prior to applying for this post. This role will suit a self-motivated individual with strong analytical, communication and problem-solving skills, the ability to think laterally and work with minimal day to day supervision. The post holder will require: excellent communication skills with the ability to work with colleagues at all levels across a range of organisations have a positive and flexible approach to the needs of the service be motivated, ready for the next challenge and enjoy working as part of a very busy team. The postholder will have a nominated base within the NHS and will have the ability to work remotely/flexibly. The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply Main duties of the job The key duties as follows: be responsible for the financial management of the commercial related income that is received by the Health and Care Research Wales Support and Delivery Centre by developing and implementing robust financial processes and transparent reporting. support the Senior Funding, Finance and Contracts Manager by contributing to the wider NHS R&D finance and costings work programme which includes supporting the development, updating and implementation of national standardised NHS R&D finance and costings policies, facilitating cost recovery mechanisms for NHS research and supporting the implementation of income distribution models. About us This is a Health and Care Research Wales post, hosted by Powys Teaching Health Board. Health and Care Research Wales is a networked organisation, supported by Welsh Government, which brings together a wide range of partners across the NHS in Wales, local authorities, universities, research institutions, third sector and others. Health and Care Research Wales works in support of Welsh Government's overarching goal which is to ensure that today's research makes a difference to tomorrow's care. Its mission is to promote, support and provide collective oversight of health and social care research in Wales. Ensuring it is of the highest international scientific quality, is relevant to the needs and challenges of health and social care in Wales and makes a difference to policy and practice in ways that improve the lives of patients, people, and communities in Wales. Date posted 27 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £46,840 to £53,602 a year per annum Contract Fixed term Duration 2 years Working pattern Full-time, Flexible working, Home or remote working Reference number 070-AC020-0225 Job locations Brecon / Cardiff / North Wales Castlebridge, 19 Cowbridge Rd East, Cardiff CF11 9AB Cardiff CF11 9AB Job description Job responsibilities You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac. Job description Job responsibilities You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Postgraduate qualification in a Health/ Social Care discipline, research or management, or equivalent level of knowledge and experience Evidence of continuing professional development Project management experience in a relevant setting Specialised knowledge of R&D finance in a Health/Social Care setting Specialist knowledge in applying the following accounting concepts - budgeting, financial planning, costing, variance analysis and financial reporting Knowledge of costing commercial research in the UK Good understanding of NHS R&D finance and costing policies in Wales and across the UK, to include commercial studies Knowledge of current national systems and structures for the funding and support of commercial clinical research in the NHS including costing clinical research studies, implementing successful cost recovery and income distribution mechanisms Experience Essential Significant experience of working at a managerial level in relevant setting, including experience in managing teams Financial management experience Experience of costing commercial studies and implementing successful cost recovery and income distribution mechanisms for NHS research Significant experience in working with multidisciplinary teams and cross-organisational working Experience in developing high quality training Specialist knowledge and extensive experience in the practical application of R&D finance policies Aptitude and Abilities Essential Proven interpersonal skills to work with colleagues at all levels across a range of organisations Ability to communicate highly complex, sensitive or contentious information, both orally and in writing, both internally to colleagues and externally to a range of audiences Ability to prepare and deliver presentations and reports to a high standard Ability to analyse complex information and the ability to make judgements Ability to analyse information and problems, including complex problems and to offer relevant solutions Self-motivated with strong analytical and problem-solving skills, the ability to think laterally and work with minimal day-to-day supervision IT skills particularly in the use of MS Office applications (Word, Excel and Access) and use of Web applications Organisational and time management skills Ability to prioritise work, manage time effectively and deliver results on time, meeting strict deadlines Values Essential Highly motivated, with the ability to influence and motivate others Strong people skills, with an ability to work with a wide range of people Attention to detail Flexible approach to ensure that the needs of the organisation are met Commitment to Continuing Professional Development Other Essential Able to travel to locations in Wales and across the UK Desirable Ability to speak Welsh Person Specification Qualifications Essential Postgraduate qualification in a Health/ Social Care discipline, research or management, or equivalent level of knowledge and experience Evidence of continuing professional development Project management experience in a relevant setting Specialised knowledge of R&D finance in a Health/Social Care setting Specialist knowledge in applying the following accounting concepts - budgeting, financial planning, costing, variance analysis and financial reporting Knowledge of costing commercial research in the UK Good understanding of NHS R&D finance and costing policies in Wales and across the UK, to include commercial studies Knowledge of current national systems and structures for the funding and support of commercial clinical research in the NHS including costing clinical research studies, implementing successful cost recovery and income distribution mechanisms Experience Essential Significant experience of working at a managerial level in relevant setting, including experience in managing teams Financial management experience Experience of costing commercial studies and implementing successful cost recovery and income distribution mechanisms for NHS research Significant experience in working with multidisciplinary teams and cross-organisational working Experience in developing high quality training Specialist knowledge and extensive experience in the practical application of R&D finance policies Aptitude and Abilities Essential Proven interpersonal skills to work with colleagues at all levels across a range of organisations Ability to communicate highly complex, sensitive or contentious information, both orally and in writing, both internally to colleagues and externally to a range of audiences Ability to prepare and deliver presentations and reports to a high standard Ability to analyse complex information and the ability to make judgements Ability to analyse information and problems, including complex problems and to offer relevant solutions Self-motivated with strong analytical and problem-solving skills, the ability to think laterally and work with minimal day-to-day supervision IT skills particularly in the use of MS Office applications (Word, Excel and Access) and use of Web applications Organisational and time management skills Ability to prioritise work, manage time effectively and deliver results on time, meeting strict deadlines Values Essential Highly motivated, with the ability to influence and motivate others Strong people skills, with an ability to work with a wide range of people Attention to detail Flexible approach to ensure that the needs of the organisation are met Commitment to Continuing Professional Development Other Essential Able to travel to locations in Wales and across the UK Desirable Ability to speak Welsh Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Employer details Employer name Powys Teaching Health Board Address Brecon / Cardiff / North Wales Castlebridge, 19 Cowbridge Rd East, Cardiff CF11 9AB Cardiff CF11 9AB Employer's website https://pthb.nhs.wales/working-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)