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Students’ Union UCL is an organisation that exists to make more happen. We are the representative body for University College London’s (UCL) students, one of the most diverse student communities in the world. Our vision is to provide an outstanding experience for all UCL students and to be one of the best students’ unions in the UK and the world. We aim to build a vibrant and empowered student community with real influence in UCL and beyond, that enables students to enjoy their time at university; pursue their interests and passions; see the world in new ways; and develop the skills and experience to change the world for the better.
We are a registered charity employing over 150 career staff and 300 student staff, delivering a wide range of services and representative functions for UCL students. We have the widest portfolio of services of any student organisation in the country, managing UCL’s extracurricular programmes for sport, music, drama, dance, media, volunteering, academic societies and intercultural engagement; providing a wide range of fantastic social spaces; leading on student democracy and representation across UCL; and offering excellent student support services.
It's an exciting time to join our growing organisation as we lead the delivery of UCL’s groundbreaking Student Life Strategy. This is enabling us to build more programmes to improve students’ mental and physical wellbeing, promote genuine equity for all, build students’ skills and confidence, develop their international connections and intercultural skills, and make a real contribution to our local community.
We support hybrid working and provide excellent benefits including defined benefit pension scheme and generous holiday entitlement. We are proud of high levels of staff engagement and pride ourselves on being a great place to work. We will consider applications to work on a flexible and job share basis wherever possible.
Job Description
Do you have experience in designing, reviewing or improving administrative or operational processes, with a focus on the user experience above all? Do you lead change and service improvement initiatives while working collaboratively with a wide range of stakeholders? If the answer is yes, then we want to hear from you.
We are looking for a Business Analyst to lead and deliver a transformation roadmap that redesigns and improves student services, using service design and business analysis approaches to create efficient, student-centred processes across the Union.
The role is full time (with part time possibility) and a fixed term contract for 12 months. This role is based at our Bloomsbury campus with flexibility to work from home on a 40/60 basis (40% working from the office).
Duties and Responsibilities
You will lead the delivery of a transformation roadmap to redesign and improve student services across the Union, focusing on creating efficient, user-centred processes that enhance the experience of student leaders and staff. This will involve analysing current ways of working, identifying opportunities for improvement, and balancing quick wins with longer-term change aligned to the academic cycle.
You will work closely with students, staff and stakeholders across the Union to co-design services and ensure they meet real user needs. Using data, insight and feedback, you will prioritise improvements, build engagement, and ensure that systems and tools—working in partnership with IT and Digital—support the delivery of better services.
Alongside delivery, you will help embed a consistent approach to service design and process management, producing clear documentation and building organisational capability for continuous improvement. You will also ensure that all changes align with governance, risk and compliance requirements, supporting sustainable and effective service delivery.
Our ideal candidate will have strong analytical and problem-solving skills, a good understanding of service design or business analysis approaches, and the ability to communicate complex processes clearly to diverse audiences.
For full details on this role, please view the job pack attached below.
Please be aware, we have displayed the full salary range in line with our recruitment policy. New appointments would normally be made at the starting point of the scale.
Interviews will take place between 3rd - 7th August.
Registered Charity
An outstanding experience for all UCL students and to be one of the best students’ unions in the UK and the world.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Prostate Cancer Research exists to honour the men and families who have been through things no family should have to go through, and to work for a future where no one needs to fear a prostate cancer diagnosis.
We are always working to provide resources to help, support and empower patients. Giving them the information they need to make better choices about their treatment, while working to identify and target specific unmet needs in the prostate cancer ecosystem, such as racial inequality and bone metastasis.
Our dedicated staff team is the key to our success, expanding the amount of research that we fund five times over in four years.
Over the past three years, PCR has won:
- the Change Project of the year award in 2023
- the Excellence in Healthcare Partnerships award at the Communiqué 2025 awards
- Fundraiser of the Year award at the National Fundraiser Awards 2026
- The Mark Collins Award for Most Powerful Use of Insight to Improve Supporter Experience at the Chartered Institute of Fundraising Awards 2026
Job Description
Prostate Cancer Research is seeking a skilled, relationship driven and commercially minded Senior Account Manager to support the growth of our groundbreaking data initiative, Prostate Progress. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work at the point where healthcare innovation, research, data, and commercial partnerships meet. Playing a pivotal part in ensuring that industry partners receive exceptional service, clear communication, and the highest standards of delivery.
As the day-to-day lead for commissioned studies, you will own and develop a portfolio of relationships across pharmaceutical, biotechnology, MedTech and research organisations. Ensuring seamless coordination between clients and PCR’s internal delivery teams and driving renewed commissions and expanded account value.
The ideal candidate will bring strong experience in account management, an ability to translate complex requirements into clear deliverables, and a passion for working in a purpose driven environment where partnerships drive real world impact for people with prostate cancer.
As part of representing PCR within the life sciences ecosystem, the role will involve both UK and international travel. Including attendance at client meetings, conferences, partner briefings, and key industry events.
Key Responsibilities
Client and partnership management
- Serve as the primary point of contact for PCR’s partners commissioning data-related activities, coordinating structured communication through kick‑off meetings, milestone reviews, and issue‑resolution processes.
- Build and grow strong, trusted relationships with clients, ensuring clarity of expectations, accurate project tracking, and timely delivery of all commitments.
- Develop tailored account plans to strengthen engagement, act as a trusted advisor to partners, drive renewals and repeat business, and drive year‑on‑year revenue growth.
Pipeline development and new business support
- Work with the Head of Business Development and Director of Partnerships to contribute to commercial discussions and maintain an organised, strategic pipeline of commercial opportunities across life sciences and research sectors.
- Lead the development of expansion opportunities within existing accounts, helping shape compelling, commercially viable proposals.
- Develop study scopes, timelines, budgets and value propositions that reflect both industry needs and PCR’s capabilities.
Internal Coordination & Project Delivery
- Collaborate closely with PCR’s Head of Project Delivery, Senior Data Analyst, Translational Research Director, and Finance to ensure internal readiness and alignment on all contracts.
- Translate client requirements into clear internal plans.
- Facilitate clear handovers, milestone planning, and resource assessments that support timely delivery and mitigate operational risks.
- Maintain oversight of project progress across active accounts.
- Proactively surface project risks, blockers, or capacity issues, ensuring rapid escalation and problem‑solving.
Commercial Oversight & Reporting
- Shape pricing strategy and commercial recommendations, including value‑based pricing and cost‑benefit narrative development.
- Track financial performance of contracts, supporting accurate forecasting and revenue monitoring with Finance.
- Regularly review account performance
- Identify growth opportunities and commercial risks
- Produce high‑quality pipeline updates, performance summaries, and insight reports for senior leadership.
Compliance & Governance
- Ensure all data‑related work meets GDPR and contractual data protection requirements
- Coordinate with colleagues to uphold ethical and regulatory frameworks related to research, intellectual property, and partner agreements
- Maintain accurate documentation and audit‑ready records across CRM and contract systems
Sector Engagement
- Represent PCR and Prostate Progress at industry events, conferences, and networking forums, helping build visibility and cultivate new leads. Includes international travel.
- Gather client and market insights to inform service development, modelling formats, and partnership offerings, develop a strong understanding of the external markets.
- Act as an ambassador for PCR’s mission and the value of Prostate Progress.
Skills and Competencies
Our ideal candidate would have the following:
Experience
- Significant experience in account management, partnerships or client leadership roles.
- Experience working with and/or within pharmaceutical, NHS, biotechnology, MedTech, clinical research organisations, or related scientific/healthcare environments (desirable).
- Demonstrated success managing complex B2B accounts and delivering high‑quality partnership experiences.
- Experience shaping proposals, negotiating commercial terms, and contributing to pricing or cost‑benefit analysis.
- Strong background in working with cross‑functional technical teams (e.g., analytics, research, finance, delivery).
- Confident using CRM systems and producing accurate forecasts and performance reports.
- Experience representing an organisation at external events, conferences, or partner meetings – with the willingness and ability to undertake UK and international travel, as required.
- Experience in account growth, renewals and strategic client planning.
Skills
- Excellent relationship building, client‑facing, and communication skills – able to translate technical concepts into clear, compelling narratives.
- Strong commercial judgement and understanding of partnership value drivers in life sciences.
- Strong strategic account management capability
- Skilled in shaping proposals and supporting commercial discussions
- Skilled in problem-solving, risk identification, and facilitating cross‑team alignment.
- Highly organised, detail oriented, and comfortable managing multiple workstreams simultaneously.
- Strong analytical abilities and confidence working with data or financial models.
Personal Attributes
- Purpose driven, collaborative, and committed to delivering exceptional partner experiences.
- Proactive, solutions focused, and comfortable working with ambiguity in a fast‑moving environment.
- Values led and aligned to PCR’s mission of improving outcomes for people with prostate cancer.
- Commercially minded with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.
How To Apply
Please apply by submitting your CV and a short supporting statement (maximum 600 words) outlining why you would like the role and why you think you’d be a good fit, giving examples of previous experience.
There will be a one stage/two-stage interview process. The first interview will be online, and the second will be a more informal in-person interview at our offices in London.
For more information about the role, please contact us at the email address found in the full job description (attached).
For more information about our organisation, visit the Prostate Cancer Research website, the Prostate Progress webpage and the PCR online patient resource, The Infopool.
PCR is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals regardless of their race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.
No applications without a cover letter will be accepted
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Transforming Research. Transforming lives.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.