About the role

  • Senior Access Governance Manager leading access process and governance for health research data. Ensuring ethical and secure access while fostering collaboration across stakeholders.

Responsibilities

  • Manage and optimise the Access Process to enable timely and secure access to research datasets, biological samples, and participant re-contact.
  • Plan and oversee Access Board governance, including scheduling meetings, setting agendas, ensuring timely preparation of documents, and maintaining accurate decision and action logs.
  • Lead regular reviews of Access Board activities and deliver clear, accurate reporting across governance structures.
  • Manage and develop the Access Governance team, including oversight of the TRE Accreditation Process and fostering a high-performance culture.
  • Drive continuous improvement of the Access Process through service enhancements, system developments, and policy updates.
  • Ensure rapid turnaround of research proposals, balancing efficiency with compliance and quality standards.
  • Act as the primary point of contact for internal and external access queries, providing expert guidance and resolution.
  • Develop and deliver training for the access team to strengthen capability in managing researcher queries.
  • Design and implement stakeholder engagement strategies to build strong relationships and promote collaboration.
  • Demonstrate support for organisational compliance requirements, ensuring all colleagues and contractors understand and fulfil responsibilities related to policies, procedures, and controls.
  • Advise leadership and subject matter experts on access governance issues, contributing to strategic decision-making.
  • Champion effective work practices that foster collaboration, respect, and operational excellence.
  • Undertake other duties appropriate to the level of the post and remain flexible to evolving organisational needs.

Requirements

  • Proven ability to manage and develop access processes in large-scale research studies or similar organisations.
  • Experience in leading teams, line management and fostering high performance.
  • Strong understanding of ethical and legal issues related to genetics/genomics, human tissue handling, and access to personal and health data.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of regulatory roles and requirements in research ethics and research tissue banks.
  • Familiarity with Trusted Research Environments (TREs) and their management.
  • Ability to develop policies and deliver compliance training.
  • Strong project and change management skills, including prioritisation, implementing solutions and handling multiple deadlines and long-term projects.
  • Excellent writing and presentation skills for diverse audiences.
  • Ability to use independent judgment and discretion in complex decision-making.
  • Strategic, detail-oriented professional with strong collaborative and influencing skills.
  • Adaptable, ethical, and committed to confidentiality.
  • Motivated to make meaningful impact on complex challenges in global healthcare and research.

Benefits

  • Up to £70,000 per annum basic salary.
  • Generous Pension Scheme – We invest in your future with employer contributions of up to 12%.
  • 30 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays – Enjoy a generous holiday allowance with the flexibility to take bank holidays when it suits you.
  • Enhanced Parental Leave – Supporting you during life’s biggest moments.
  • Cycle to Work Scheme – Save 25-39% on a new bike and accessories through salary sacrifice.
  • Home & Tech Savings – Get up to 8% off on IKEA and Currys products, spreading the cost over 12 months through salary sacrifice.
  • £1,000 Employee Referral Bonus – Know someone amazing? Get rewarded for bringing them on board!
  • Wellbeing Support – Access to Mental Health First Aiders, plus 24/7 online GP services and an Employee Assistance Programme for you and your family.
  • A Great Place to Work – We have a lovely Central London office in Holborn, and offer flexible and remote working arrangements.
  • Join us - let’s prevent disease together.

Job title

Senior Access Governance Manager

Job type

Experience level

Senior

Salary

£70,000 per year

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

Location requirements

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