Research Grants Officer

This range is provided by Venn Group. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range A leading London-based university is seeking a skilled and experienced Research Grants Officer to join their team on an interim basis. This role will focus on post-award financial management and support for research projects funded by the European Commission (EC) and other EU funding bodies. Key responsibilities: Provide comprehensive post-award financial support for EU/EC-funded research grants Monitor budgets, process financial claims, and ensure compliance with EC regulations Liaise with academic staff, funding bodies, and internal stakeholders to support the financial delivery of funded projects Prepare financial reports and audits in line with funder requirements Ensure accurate and timely reconciliations, invoicing, and forecasting of project finances Experience managing EC funded grants within a higher education setting Strong knowledge of EU funding rules Excellent financial administration skills with strong attention to detail Ability to work independently and manage multiple deadlines Strong communication and stakeholder management skills Annual Salary: £40,000 – £51,000 (paid on an hourly rate equivalent) Location: London (Remote working will be considered for exceptional candidates) Contract: Interim – 3 months Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week This role is moving quickly so early applications are encouraged to avoid missing out. Venn Group is an equal opportunities employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates. Seniority level Seniority level Associate Employment type Employment type Temporary Job function Job function Finance, Accounting/Auditing, and Administrative Industries Higher Education and Non-profit Organizations Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Venn Group by 2x Get notified about new Grants Officer jobs in London Area, United Kingdom . London, England, United Kingdom 1 day ago Volunteer Grant Writing Officer | Elizabeth Heyrick Society London, England, United Kingdom 2 days ago Volunteer Fundraising and Grant Manager | Africa Health Organisation (AHO) London, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago Volunteer Secretary to Charity Board and CEO | We Are Stronger Charity London, England, United Kingdom 6 days ago London, England, United Kingdom 1 hour ago London Area, United Kingdom £12.00-£16.00 5 hours ago London, England, United Kingdom 1 month ago London, England, United Kingdom 4 days ago Greater London, England, United Kingdom 6 hours ago London, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago London, England, United Kingdom 6 days ago London, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago City Of London, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago Volunteer Fundraising and Grant Head | Africa Health Organisation (AHO) London, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago Volunteer Executive Assistant | Grae Matta Foundation London, England, United Kingdom 3 weeks ago Volunteer Trustee (Fundraising