About Us
Stretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over 15,000 staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than 615,000 people, cover more than 2,000 square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.
We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford). Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across various settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within people’s own homes. We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC).
Our state-of-the-art equipment, leading technologies, and strong links to local universities put us at the forefront of research and innovation, enabling us to provide world-class care to our communities.
Our values are at the heart of everything we do, click here to find out more.
It has never been a more exciting time to join the Royal Devon, as you will help shape our services during our ongoing integration journey.
Role Summary
We are seeking a highly motivated, enthusiastic, and talented Senior Manager to join the new NIHR Regional Research Delivery Network (RRDN) in the South West Peninsula. This role offers an exciting opportunity to lead at regional and national levels.
About the Role
For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities, please click the link below.
More detail about the role:
* You will engage, develop, and maintain productive, high-quality relationships with stakeholders across the region.
* The role requires excellent communication, facilitation, and engagement skills, with the ability to think strategically and innovatively to broaden participation in research, enhance research delivery, and support effective partnership working.
* This is an opportunity to be part of an ambitious, collaborative health and care region and RRDN, committed to improving diversity and inclusivity across our workstreams. Time will be invested in creating supportive relationships, working collectively to support innovation and improvement, and motivating and inspiring teams. If you are passionate, energetic, and keen to support this important agenda, please get in touch.
* The role can be based in Truro, Plymouth, Exeter, or Taunton, with regular travel to local and regional sites.
* Working Pattern: 37.5 hours
* Interview Date: Tuesday 16th September 2025
* For further information, please contact Emily Simpson, Executive and Specialist Lead, at 07958 931414 or emily.simpson21@nhs.net.
As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognize the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
Preference will be given to staff with ‘Priority’ and 'At Risk' status, including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close the vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.
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