Chief Operating Officer - Foundation Liver Research; FLR

Chief Operating Officer - Foundation for Liver Research (FLR)

Location: Coldharbour Lane, London SE5 (adjacent to King’s College Hospital; on-site 80% of the time)

This job post will be advertised for a minimum period of two weeks on Linked In. After this time please apply directly to  until the closing date of 9am, Monday 2nd February 2026.

The Foundation for Liver Research (FLR) is a charity dedicated to advancing liver health through research, education, and collaboration. FLR works in partnership with:

• King’s College London (KCL): Providing academic leadership and research infrastructure.
• King’s College Hospital (KCH): Delivering clinical expertise and patient care.

Together, these three organisations form the Roger Williams Institute of Liver Studies (RW-ILS), a unique collaboration that brings together leading scientists, clinicians, and academics to advance understanding and treatment of liver disease. RW-ILS delivers pioneering research, translates discoveries into improved patient care, and influences national and international health policy. The Institute’s work spans laboratory science, clinical trials, education, and advocacy, making a real difference to people affected by liver conditions.

As COO, you will be responsible for the business operations of both FLR and RW-ILS. You’ll work closely with the Director of RW-ILS, the FLR Board of Trustees, and colleagues at KCL and KCH to:

• Oversee and develop operational structures for FLR and RW-ILS.
• Lead and inspire a small, high-performing team across finance, operations, fundraising, and research support.
• Ensure robust financial management, compliance, and risk oversight.
• Support fundraising, donor engagement, and management of property and investment portfolios.
• Act as a key advisor and Company Secretary to the Trustees of FLR, keeping them informed, reporting on key activities, and supporting effective governance and strategic decision-making.
• Foster collaboration between FLR, KCL, and KCH, ensuring smooth partnership working and supporting research excellence.
• Represent FLR and RW-ILS with internal and external stakeholders.

• Senior leadership experience in a complex, multi-stakeholder environment.
• Strong strategic, operational, and financial skills (accounting qualification not required).
• Excellent communicator and relationship builder, able to motivate and develop teams.
• Flexible, hands‑on, and committed to the values of the charity sector.
• Experience in research, education, healthcare or a charity is welcome but not essential.

Manjit Mundair‑Lalli at Gatenby Sanderson

Email: manjit.mundair‑

9am, Monday 2nd February 2026.

Early applications are encouraged.

1st Stage – 12th February 2026 – 0900 – 1400 (online)

2nd Stage – 19th February 2026 – 1300 – 1800 (in‑person at the Institute)