The post-holder will be responsible for the day-to-day operational management of the NI Clinical Research Facility (NICRF) as directed by Director & Lead Business and Operations Manager and will have a clear understanding of the financial and strategic issues involved in the delivery of the NICRF. The post-holder will be based in the NI Clinical Research Facility on the University (U) Floor of the Belfast City Hospital. They will provide leadership/line management to the NICRF's Administration/Operations Team and be responsible for ensuring the effective governance, facilities and financial management of NICRF in line with NICRF@iREACH Health strategies, policies and development plans for delivery of clinical trials in NI. About the person: The successful candidate must have, and your application should clearly demonstrate that you meet the following essential criteria: Degree, HND, NVQ4 qualified in a relevant subject and/or professional qualification and relevant formal training, plus a minimum of 3 years practical experience (which may include relevant training) in a similar or related role(s). OR: Significant vocational/relevant experience of at least 4 years, demonstrating development through the acquisition of appropriate professional or specialist knowledge and involvement in a series of progressively more demanding relevant work/roles. A proven track record in the management of significant resources including staff, financial planning, purchasing, analysing and reporting. Planning and project management experience in order to be able to manage a varied work load as well as a number of projects/initiatives simultaneously and to balance competing pressures, deadlines and demands. Experience of working with a range of stakeholders to deliver a range of successful projects. Demonstrable ability to respond to changing situations and to plan, set and deliver time critical targets. To be successful at shortlisting stage, please ensure you clearly evidence in your application how you meet the essential and, where applicable, desirable criteria listed in the Candidate Information on our website. Skills: Operations Operations Manager Belfast