International Funding and Operations Manager

The British Academy – the UK’s national body for the humanities and social sciences - is seeking an International Funding and Operations Manager to join our Funding Assurance Team in the Research Directorate, providing key support in the delivery of activities relating to funding assurance within the International Funding and Research Funding portfolios, as well as supporting the Global Strategy, Policy, and Engagement (GSPE) team with their budget management, process mapping, and reporting.

The role

The role of the International Funding and Operation Manager is to deliver activities relating to funding assurance within the International Funding and Research Funding portfolios, supporting the Head of Funding Assurance. The International Funding and Operation Manager will also be responsible for supporting the Global Strategy, Policy, and Engagement (GSPE) team with their budget management, process mapping, and reporting.

The International Funding and Operation Manager will work closely with colleagues in Finance, Research Funding, International Funding to ensure that organisational systems, controls, and processes meet regulatory obligations to support the successful delivery of funded programmes and will contribute to the development and implementation of various working systems and processes within funding assurance. The role will also be responsible for supporting the International Funding team and GSPE team with financial record keeping, budget management, grant payment monitoring, and ensuring all standards are met for external financial reporting requirements.

The ideal candidate will have experience in and be confident with financial reporting, forecasting, budget management and reconciliation. They will have and very strong eye for detail and be able to work pro-actively and collaboratively across multiple different teams and with colleagues across different grades. You will be able contribute to the operational effectiveness of various working systems and processes, while also being able to develop and maintain strong working relationships both internally and externally. We are looking for someone with excellent organisational skills, and who can work confidently both independently and within a collaborative team environment. Previous experience working within the research funding sector is desirable but not essential. Previous experience working in a highly numerate environment is essential.

About the Academy

The British Academy is the UK’s national body for the humanities and social sciences, established by Royal Charter in 1902. We mobilise these disciplines to understand the world and shape a brighter future. Today’s complex challenges can only be resolved by deepening our insight into people, culture, and societies. With a Fellowship of around 1,700 leading national and international academics, the Academy invests in researchers and projects across the UK and overseas; engages the public with fresh thinking and debates; and brings together scholars, government, business, and civil society to influence policy. The Academy currently has five directorates: Communications & Engagement; Fellowship & Development; Policy; Research; and Resources, plus a small CEO's Office Team.

Working at the Academy

Our senior management team have worked with staff to foster a culture of collaboration, respect, and empathy, in which all contributions are recognised as we work towards our common goals. Our people strategy and working practices focus on building strengths and sharing insights, with learning & development, wellbeing, and equality, diversity & inclusion at the centre of how we operate as an organisation. Investing in our staff and encouraging a healthy work/life balance is central to our success, as we move forward and continue to grow.

Terms and conditions

The British Academy is based at 10-11, Carlton House Terrace, London SW1, a Grade 1 listed building. We offer a competitive benefits package including a 35-hour working week, with hours and location worked flexibly under our hybrid-working policy; 34 days’ annual leave plus Bank Holidays; a subsidised canteen and an excellent occupational pension.

How to apply

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, in line with our commitment to create a diverse and inclusive working environment, promote equal opportunity, and address under-representation. We will make reasonable adjustments to support disabled job applicants and offer an interview to those meeting the minimum selection criteria. To apply, and to see the full job description and our workplace values, please follow the link to access the Applied recruitment platform.

Applications must be received no later than 5pm on 27 November 2026.