Impact Officer (111370-0326)

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• For informal queries, please contact Mark Davison (Programme Manager) at Mark.Davison@warwick.ac.uk 

Flexible Working

• We will consider applications for employment on a part-time or other flexible working basis (e.g. job share), despite the position being advertised as full-time.

The Impact Officer plays a pivotal role in collecting and communicating the value that WMG’s research delivers to UK industry. The role continually manages and improves our methods for capturing impact across WMG’s diverse research portfolio and maintain a high‑quality, reportable database of impact projects and case studies. 

As WMG’s lead for this activity, the Impact Officer is responsible for an accurate, timely approach to impact capture and reporting

The Impact Officer ensures this impact is presented accurately to both internal and external customers and directly deliver WMG’s monthly, quarterly and annual submissions to the High Value Manufacturing Catapult (HVMC).

The ideal candidate for the IMPACT Officer role will combine strong analytical skills and attention to detail with excellent communication and relationship‑building abilities.

You are skilled in maintaining structured data systems and governance processes, and capable of working proactively and professionally under pressure.

You confidently engage with colleagues at all levels within the organisation to support accurate monthly and quarterly HVMC reporting.

You collect, validate, and interpret complex data using Microsoft suite including MS Excel, CoPilot and Power BI. You develop clear and compelling impact reports and support creating narratives derived from WMG’s research activities.

You are highly organised, able to manage recurring deadlines in a fast‑paced research governance or innovation environment with a calm and collaborative approach.

For details on the experience and skills required, please refer to the job description attached as a PDF below.

The Warwick Manufacturing Group (WMG) is the largest department at the University of Warwick, with over 800 staff and nearly 3,000 students across undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in management, technology, and applied engineering.

Our industry focussed education portfolio includes over 2,500 students studying management, technology and applied engineering subjects, at postgraduate and undergraduate level. We have high expectations for our teaching, and our courses are regularly ranked top in the UK and amongst the leading courses in their field in the world.

We receive significant public funding through the High Value Manufacturing Catapult and ensure we bring value and transform UK industry through innovation.

For further information on WMG

WMG : University of Warwick

For further information on High Value Manufacturing Catapult

High Value Manufacturing Catapult - HVM Catapult

The role is campus based. WMG staff are expected to be on campus more days than working remotely. During the induction phase you’ll be required to work 100% in the office.

We are globally recognised for our world-class research, innovative industry partnerships, and teaching excellence, and we are proud holders of the Athena SWAN Silver Award and the Institutional Silver Award.

Find out more about our range of undergraduate and apprenticeship degrees here.

We are a world-leading research-intensive university founded in 1965. We are ranked 74th in the world and 9th in the UK.* Additionally, 92% of our research is rated world-leading or internationally excellent.**

Find out more about us at warwick.ac.uk/about/.

* World University Ranking 2026, Complete University Guide 2026

** Research Excellence Framework 2021

CLOSING DEADLINE: Sunday 7th June 2026 at 11:55pm (UK Time) 

To apply, please click APPLY below and submit your application by the closing deadline. 

You will be asked to include a CV and cover letter. Within these documents, please:

1. Outline your employment and education history (including your most recent employment).

2. Outline the reasons for your interest in this position.

3. Demonstrate how you meet the requirements of the role with clear reference to each of the essential and desirable criteria in the Job Description (PDF attached below).

• Interview Date: To be confirmed
• Start Date: To be confirmed

Applications must be submitted by the closing deadline. Only applications submitted through our Careers Portal () will be considered.

You are welcome to include any careers breaks you may have taken (e.g. parental/caring/long-term sick leave).

Please note that if you do not evidence the essential criteria, the hiring panel may not be able to shortlist your application. For guidance on how to format a cover letter, see here.

We provide a comprehensive range of benefits, including:

• An attractive pension scheme.
• 30 days holiday plus University Christmas closure.
• Generous parental/adoption leave policy.
• Onsite childcare facilities.
• Excellent learning and development opportunities.

We recognise the importance of a healthy work/life balance and offer access to flexible working arrangements. For more information, see here.

We are proud to be a Living Wage employer.

Equality, Diversity, & Inclusion

Warwick is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive and respectful community where everyone can thrive. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, cultures, and communities, and actively encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to apply.

Find out more about our Social Inclusion work at Warwick.

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We are also one of the six founder institutions of the EUTOPIA European University Alliance.

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The University of Warwick is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all those we work with.

• Roles involving regulated activity are subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at the appropriate level, in line with the DBS Code of Practice.
• The University will ensure that anyone subject to a barring order does not undertake any work with the barred group (children and/or adults).
• All employees, volunteers, and partners are expected to share our commitment to safeguarding.

Rehabilitation of Ex-Offenders

The University will not discriminate against applicants who make a disclosure relating to a conviction.

Disclosures at application stage are only visible to the DBS team, not to hiring panels. This ensures fairness and removes bias from the shortlisting process.