Taking a lead in preparation of annual reports for the funding agencies including the contractual and statutory reporting to R&I executive, NIHR and other funders Ensure effective interaction with Human Resource regarding staffing issues associated with performance, recruitment and retention of staff and effective maintenance of departmental staff records. Provide oversight of estate and facilities, ensuring the effective use of space, advise on space planning in collaboration with the relevant estates offices in the University and the trust, as appropriate in collaboration with relevant facilities colleagues to oversee maintenance, safety and security for all of the Departments space To support and embed the PPIE and communications strategy that is inclusive Communicate contentious information that is complex or sensitive in nature to staff, partners or commissioners Working across multiple organisations with the Clinical Lead, the R&I team manage multiple funding streams effectively and flexibly equating to £2.5million per annum. Control all related expenditure to ensure delivery of commitments to support the research delivery group business plan and infrastructure needs, whilst ensuring that all financial transactions conform to financial regulations. This will require an appreciation of longer-term issues and periodically a review of financial procedures to ensure both effectiveness and maximum value in all areas of financial management. To prepare financial and business reports on the activities and performance of research space and present where appropriate to various boards and organisations, this includes reports for R&I Executive and UHL Hosted NIHR infrastructure such as BRC and CRF. To provide strategic level support in: -Co-ordinating information transfers -Making applications/responses to maximise internal funding (e.g RDN, RCF) and external grant funding (or other) initiatives Provide financial projections for internal and national initiatives when required Ensure that the most efficient use is made of existing available resources and maximise opportunities within the department for income generation, both internally and externally. To manage 35 WTE staff directly employed in such a way that the business plans are fulfilled and that there is adherence to the budget and performance targets. Whilst ensuring that all aspects of performance, attendance, training and appraisal are addressed in accordance with Trust Policy Clearly demonstrate compassionate leadership skill by using a range of leadership styles to create an environment in which staff are valued and respected. To promote a culture in which multi-disciplinary teams strive for continuous quality improvement by recording and learning from mistakes whether they be human error or systems failure. Provide leadership and management of administrative, technical and other support staff to ensure effective deployment and working of these staff across the Department. To develop and maintain the management teams and to ensure there are clear arrangements for accountability. To encourage the development of staff to their full potential through systematic individual performance review and the establishing of personal development plans, reflecting the needs of the individual and of the organisation. Leads a psychologically safe culture in which individuals feel able to report incidents and that learning takes place from all incidents and complaints. To take the lead in planning and organising Research Delivery Group services and facilities that support the production of high-quality research. The post holder will ensure that appropriate procedures for research applications, administration of awards and research governance are followed (in accordance with research governance frameworks from HRA and other awarding bodies) and all plans for development complement and support broader research and business plans. This will involve liaising with relevant departments in the Trust and University. To develop, with the Deputy Director of R&I, business plans for the research delivery group which reflect local (UHL) and national strategy (DHSC) and ensure the long-term sustainability of the delivery group and its portfolio of activities. This will include liaison and engagement with Industry and academic partners, other business enterprises and non-commercial funders. The post holder will also be expected to generate a business plan which will deliver a comprehensive programme of Research activity on an annual cycle Use analytical skills to synthesize and interpret complex data from multiple sources and information to inform decision making To ensure management protocols, process and monitoring arrangements are in place so that the quality of the service and performance relative to targets/ plans/. Objectives can be modified and corrective action taken. To manage research activity in a way that complies with national, regional and local standards and targets To ensure that robust clinical governance and complaints recording procedures are in place for research space and liaise with the appropriate officers in the Trust to deal with any complaints. To use negotiation and influencing skills to bring about change within the service and with external agencies Maintains and develops an environment and culture that improves health, safety and security. Regularly assesses risks to health, safety and security using the results to promote and improve practice.