At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead technical projects in genomics, ensuring smooth delivery and collaboration.
- Company: Join Genomics England, a leader in genomic medicine and research.
- Benefits: Enjoy 30 days holiday, flexible working, and a generous pension scheme.
- Other info: Inclusive culture with opportunities for personal and professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in healthcare by advancing genomic innovations.
- Qualifications: Experience in project management and strong communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 77000 - 77000 £ per year.
About Genomics England
Genomics England is a global leader in enabling genomic medicine and research, focused on creating a world where everyone benefits from genomic healthcare. We support the NHS’s world‑first whole‑genome sequencing service and run the growing Genomic Research Library, alongside delivering numerous major genomics initiatives. By connecting research and clinical care at scale, we enable immediate healthcare benefits and advances for the future. Our mission is to provide the evidence and digital systems so that by 2035 genomics could play a role in up to half of all healthcare interactions, whilst securing the UK’s position as the best place to discover, prove and benefit from genomic innovations.
Job Summary
We are seeking a Principal Technical Project Manager to help deliver and enhance modern on‑premise and cloud‑based infrastructure supporting world‑leading genomics diagnostics and research.
Responsibilities
- Lead end‑to‑end delivery of key technical areas within the programme, taking ownership while fostering a collaborative, supportive delivery environment.
- Partner with the Product Manager and/or Service Owner to validate and agree requirements, ensuring alignment with timelines, budgets, and OKRs.
- Establish and maintain delivery plans, tracking progress and communicating clearly where adjustments or support are needed.
- Proactively identify and resolve issues, working closely with teams to remove blockers and enable successful outcomes.
- Create and manage a RAID (Risks, Actions, Issues, and Dependencies) log, regularly reviewing and coordinating follow‑up actions.
- Produce clear, concise status updates and contribute to programme and board‑level reporting where required.
- Support structured and inclusive decision‑making processes, ensuring the right stakeholders are engaged at the right time.
- Apply appropriate governance to meet internal and external standards, including cybersecurity, data protection, data quality, and regulatory requirements.
- Ensure transparent, thoughtful communication so delivery teams understand priorities, timelines, and expectations, while keeping stakeholders informed.
- Build positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders, managing escalations constructively and facilitating respectful conflict resolution when needed.
Qualifications
- Project, risk, and issue management with a proactive and solutions‑focused approach.
- Strong communication skills, engaging effectively with both technical and non‑technical audiences.
- Commercial awareness and financial understanding to support informed decision‑making.
- Stakeholder management, building trusted relationships across teams and leadership levels.
- Confident decision‑making with sound judgement on escalation and risk management.
- Ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear, accessible explanations for non‑technical stakeholders.
- Collaborative approach to problem‑solving, balancing delivery priorities with business needs.
- Exposure to the following technologies: AWS core infrastructure services (EC2, S3, RDS, IAM), architecture tools and services (Lambda, EKS, VPC, Direct Connect), operational and infrastructure‑as‑code tools (CloudFormation, Terraform, CloudWatch), and AWS data and analytics services (Glue, Redshift, Step Functions).
Whilst Project Management certifications are desirable, we are mostly interested in your experience.
Compensation & Benefits
Salary from: £77,000. Benefits include generous holiday (30 days plus bank holidays and additional leave for long service), flexible working arrangements (including remote work), a defined‑contribution pension with Genomics England matching up to 10%, life assurance (3× salary), employee recognition programmes, learning and development budgets, subsidised gym membership, and access to health support programmes.
Application Deadline
Closing date for applications – Monday 22nd June.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Genomics England is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to an inclusive environment that promotes equity and best practice in all aspects of our work. We value diversity and welcome people of all backgrounds, regardless of gender, age, disability, ethnicity, nationality, religion or belief, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Commitment to Inclusivity
Our people policies outline our commitment to inclusivity. We aim to remove barriers in our recruitment processes and are flexible with interview arrangements. Should you require any adjustments that may help you to fully participate in the recruitment process, we encourage you to discuss this with us.
Culture
We have four key behaviours that represent how we interact with one another and the culture we want to encourage. These behaviours help us all work well together, deliver on our outcomes, celebrate our successes, and share constructive feedback.
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Genomics England is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that prioritises collaboration and inclusivity. With generous benefits such as 30 days of holiday, flexible working arrangements, and a commitment to employee development, we empower our team members to thrive in their careers while contributing to groundbreaking genomic healthcare initiatives. Located in vibrant cities like Cambridge, Leeds, and London, employees enjoy access to diverse opportunities and resources that enhance both personal and professional growth.
