Imperial College London Impact Officer Apply Online

Job Description

We are seeking an Impact Officer to join the Helix Centre at Imperial College London. The successful candidate will work in a multi-disciplinary team focused on healthcare design innovation, tackling pressing challenges across health equity, digital care, and system transformation. This full-time hybrid position is based at the St Mary’s Campus in Paddington, London.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Managing Director to shape strategic decisions and secure new opportunities through grant and proposal writing.
• Drive adoption of completed projects by promoting toolkits and outcomes to NHS providers, local authorities, and relevant stakeholders.
• Support project tracking by establishing KPIs and OKRs to measure impact effectively.
• Plan and prepare content for key meetings including memos, slides, and pre-reads.
• Contribute to the onboarding and recruitment process including job advert drafting and improving internal systems.
• Assist in stakeholder communications and ensure smooth contract agreements, including collaboration and research proposals.
• Develop materials to support professional development and internal team learning processes.
• Promote the Helix Centre’s mission through communication in academic and industry forums.

Requirements

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, along with attention to detail and clarity.
• Proven project management experience with good knowledge of related methodologies.
• Ability to collaborate across teams that may include engineers, designers, and healthcare professionals.
• Experience in building and maintaining professional relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Patience, resilience, and a structured approach to creative problem-solving.
• Knowledge of emerging healthcare trends and innovations.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree or equivalent experience relevant to this role.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with a collaborative mindset.
• Demonstrated creativity and initiative in a professional setting.

Benefits

• Opportunity to influence real-world healthcare outcomes through design and innovation.
• Engage with a diverse network of stakeholders, from patients to policymakers.
• Be part of a global top-ten university making impact across disciplines.
• Join a collaborative and inclusive culture focused on excellence and innovation.
• Professional growth in a team-oriented environment where learning is reciprocal and dynamic.

How To Apply?

Please submit your CV and cover letter via the official Imperial College London job portal. For further details, contact Leila Shepherd at leila.shepherd99@imperial.ac.uk.

About Company

Imperial College London is a world-leading university known for its impact across science, engineering, health, and business. The Helix Centre, based within the Institute of Global Health Innovation, focuses on designing scalable solutions to healthcare challenges by placing people at the heart of the innovation process. Learn more at helixcentre.com and imperial.ac.uk/global-health-innovation.