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Grants Manager

  • 55,000 - 65,000
  • UK

Grants Manager
Location: London (preferred) | Bristol or South Wales considered
Salary: from £55,000, depending on experience

About the Role
We’re looking for a commercially minded Grants Manager who understands the UK and/or EU grants landscape and enjoys blending strategic funding expertise with proactive business development. This role suits someone who thrives on both the technical and relationship-building sides of grant advisory work - someone who can spot opportunities, build connections, and help clients unlock innovation funding.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage the end-to-end delivery of grant funding projects across UK and EU schemes.

  • Identify and pursue new grant opportunities for both new and existing clients.

  • Drive business growth through proactive outreach, campaigns, and relationship development.

  • Work closely with internal teams to develop tailored funding strategies for clients across a range of sectors.

  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of key UK and EU grant programmes, funding trends, and policy developments.

  • Manage client relationships to ensure long-term partnerships and repeat business.

  • Support the wider team in shaping and improving grant processes and best practices.

What We’re Looking For

  • Strong understanding of the UK and/or EU grants landscape, including Innovate UK, Horizon Europe, or similar schemes.

  • Proven experience in writing or managing successful grant applications.

  • A commercial mindset with the confidence to lead outreach campaigns and generate new business.

  • Excellent communication skills and the ability to engage senior stakeholders.

  • Organised, self-motivated, and comfortable managing multiple projects simultaneously.

  • Ideally based in London, though candidates in Bristol or South Wales will also be considered.

Why Join Our Client?
This is an opportunity to play a pivotal role in a growing, forward-thinking business that helps companies access funding to drive innovation and growth. You’ll have autonomy, scope to shape your approach, and genuine opportunities to progress.

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