Engagement Project Officer

The Engagement Team sits within the Grants Section and is responsible for the training, mentoring and networking events for our funded Research Fellows. The team work with internal and external stakeholders and suppliers to provide a wide range of career development opportunities. The extensive Engagement Programme has been highlighted by Research Fellows as a key benefit of being funded by the Royal Society. We are now looking for a Engagement Project Officer to join the team.

The postholder will be expected to:

• To deliver aspects of the Royal Society's career development and engagement programme for award holders based in the UK.
• To support the extension of SUSTAIN, a year-long leadership programme for women researchers and contribute to the development of new engagement activities in collaboration with partner organisations.
• Working within specific timescales, budget and the required quality whilst maximising their success and supporting the needs of award holders.

Please note that we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.

Reports to: Senior Engagement Manager

Line manages: N/A

Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week

Location: Carlton House Terrace, London, SW1Y 5AG plus hybrid remote working

Pay Band: C

Salary: £37,105

Contract type: permanent

Application closing date is 7 January 2026.

Interviews will be held on 14 January 2026.