Business Support Officer - Strand, London, WC2R 2LS
About us
King’s College London is one of the UK’s leading research-intensive universities, committed to delivering world-class education and pioneering research that makes a difference globally. The Research Management & Innovation Directorate (RMID) plays a central role in supporting King’s research ambitions.
This role sits within RMID’s Operations & Strategic Planning team, which underpins the directorate’s core functions and drives improvement and innovation across research support services. You’ll be joining a collaborative and forward-thinking environment that values inclusivity, innovation, and professional development.
About the role
We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Business Support Officer to join our Operations & Strategic Planning team within the Research Management & Innovation Directorate (RMID). This role is pivotal in ensuring the smooth running of RMID’s core business operations, supporting a wide range of activities including HR processes, financial transactions, governance coordination, and internal communications.
Reporting to the Director of Service Improvement & Operations, you will work closely with RMID leadership and stakeholders across the university to deliver efficient and professionalised support. You will play a key role in coordinating governance meetings, supporting strategic planning cycles, and contributing to the delivery of the directorate’s project portfolio. Your responsibilities will also include budget monitoring, data reporting, and supporting staff experience initiatives.
This is a dynamic and varied role that offers broad exposure to the operational landscape of research support at King’s. You’ll need excellent interpersonal and communication skills, strong task management abilities, and a commitment to continuous improvement. The successful candidate will be confident working independently, managing competing priorities, and building effective relationships across teams.
King’s is committed to fostering a positive and inclusive culture. As part of RMID, you will actively contribute to our values of equality, diversity, and inclusion, helping to drive positive cultural change across the directorate.
This is a full time (35 hours per week), offered on an indefinite contract.