Specialty and Settings Officer (Temporary - 6 Months)
* Location: Leeds (with occasional national travel)
* Contract: Full-time, Temporary (6 months)
* Salary: £15.40 per hour
* Start Date: As soon as possible
Make a National Impact - Support Research that Changes Lives
Manpower are exciting to present an opportunity to join a national research coordination programme as a Specialty and Settings Officer. This role sits within a Strategic Development Directorate supporting a newly established network that aims to improve research delivery across health and care settings in England.
This is a temporary, full-time post with a primary focus on coordinating meetings and providing high-level administrative and organisational support to a collaborative team working across national and regional health research systems.
About the Network
A new national research delivery initiative has been launched across England, comprising a central coordinating centre and regional research delivery networks. The network supports efficient, high-quality research within the health and care sector, contributing to improved outcomes for patients and informing national policy.
About the Role
As Specialty and Settings Officer, you will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of internal functions and external engagement by:
* Coordinating internal and external meetings, including with national leadership figures
* Managing agendas, meeting minutes, logistics, and tracking follow-up actions
* Supporting administrative processes to enable collaboration across regional and national leads
* Managing shared inboxes and calendars, triaging enquiries and escalating where necessary
* Supporting data collation, analysis, and presentation for reports and strategic decision-making
* Drafting written materials such as reports, case studies, and responses to enquiries
* Supporting the delivery of key strategic development projects and service improvements
What You'll Need
Essential Skills and Experience:
* Proven experience in a professional administrative or coordination role
* Strong organisational skills with the ability to juggle multiple priorities
* Ability to work independently and proactively, knowing when to escalate
* Excellent written and verbal communication with strong attention to detail
* Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and external stakeholders
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office and willingness to learn new systems
Desirable Experience:
* Understanding of or experience working in health, care, or academic research settings
* Familiarity with research delivery, NHS, or higher education environments
* Experience with data collection, analysis, or supporting strategic decision-making
* Involvement in project support or process improvement initiatives
Why Join Us?
* Be part of a national initiative supporting real-world impact in health and care research
* Work in a flexible, collaborative, and inclusive environment
* Contribute to meaningful projects with visibility at national level
* Gain experience within a strategic, high-profile programme
Additional Information
* This role is not eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship (first-time applicants)
* Some national travel will be required as part of this role