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Job Description This is a hybrid role, typically 1 day per week in the Oxford office About This Job At NIQ, we are on an exciting journey with significant business-wide investments driving our Full View mission. Consumer Panel is core to this with a global investment commitment fully underway in the UK. NIQ are already seeing a significant increase in clients subscribing to our enhanced panel service and our performance demonstrates a growing appetite across the FMCG industry for integrated solutions and an increasingly compelling ROI proposition. We are seeking a dynamic and driven individual to join our team as a Consumer Sales Consultant for NIQ Consumer Panel Services in the UK. This role is ideal for a proactive and results-oriented sales professional with a track record of success. You will have direct accountability for increasing client penetration by achieving personal revenue targets, boosting client pitch win rates, securing project wins, and driving overall revenue growth. If you are passionate about sales and excel in a target-driven environment, we want to hear from you. Key Responsibilities: • Driving New Client Acquisition: Lead the commercial strategy, outreach, positioning and pitching efforts to acquire new contracted consumer panel clients within specific FMCG industry verticals. This includes developing commercial pitch materials, revenue forecasting, and aligning with broader new business functions to manage client pitch processes towards successful outcomes., • Pipeline Management & Forecasting: Build and manage a healthy pipeline of opportunities (ad-hoc and contractual), accurately forecast revenue using appropriate finance tools (including Microsoft Dynamics) and ensure timely documentation for billing. Support the wider Consumer Panel Services team with proposals for broader portfolio opportunities as needed., • Matrix Working: As a key member of the NIQ Consumer Panel Services team, you'll collaborate across the organization to achieve successes. You'll collaborate with the Customer Success team and key Commercial teams alongside Operations and Product to ensure our Consumer Panel Services potential is fully realised. Your efforts will support both existing and potential clients within your industry verticals in understanding the value and application of our Consumer Panel solutions., • Business Performance: Take accountability for specific manufacturer verticals' Consumer Panel revenue targets while contributing to the broader Consumer Panel UK NIQ revenue and profit targets. Actively participate in decision-making processes and maintain high visibility across all functions to support the effective operation of the organization. Requirements: • Consumer/Shopper Panel Data Passion: Strong knowledge, experience and enthusiasm for consumer or shopper panel datasets, ideally within the FMCG industry., • Client Acquisition Experience: Proven success in acquiring new clients and managing engagement strategies., • Pipeline & Revenue Skills: Strong ability to manage pipelines and forecast revenue accurately., • Effective Communicator & Collaborator: Excellent communication and collaboration abilities, especially in a matrix environment. Great presentation skills, • FMCG Insight Experience: Experience or working with, or within, FMCG client insight departments and internal customers., • Business Acumen & Project Management: Proficient in project management, strategic planning, and thinking. Keen business sense and experience in contract negotiations., • Influencing & Negotiation Skills: Expert ability to influence and negotiate, with a track record of successfully overcoming barriers and challenges., • Relationship Building & Organizational Skills: Strong skills in developing and maintaining senior client relationships and excellent organizational and time management abilities. What we can offer: • Work in an international, multicultural environment, • Hybrid working type possibility, • Volunteer time off (global volunteer day), • Internal Recognition Program, • Free LinkedIn Learning access that helps you discover and develop business, technology-related, and creative skills through over 20,000 courses available in 7 languages), • Free Employee Assistance Programs (EAP) - NIQ offers support to all associates and their families for their emotional well-being trough professional, timely and confidential counselling services on issues related to everyday concerns & problems, overcome emotional challenges, and maintain a healthy and balanced lifestyle Additional Information Our Benefits • Flexible working environment, • Volunteer time off, • LinkedIn Learning, • Employee-Assistance-Program (EAP) About NIQ NIQ is the world’s leading consumer intelligence company, delivering the most complete understanding of consumer buying behavior and revealing new pathways to growth. In 2023, NIQ combined with GfK, bringing together the two industry leaders with unparalleled global reach. With a holistic retail read and the most comprehensive consumer insights—delivered with advanced analytics through state-of-the-art platforms—NIQ delivers the Full View™. NIQ is an Advent International portfolio company with operations in 100+ markets, covering more than 90% of the world’s population. For more information, visit NIQ.com Want to keep up with our latest updates? Follow us on: ___ | ___ | ___ | ___Our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion At NIQ, we are steadfast in our commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace that mirrors the rich diversity of the communities and markets we serve. We believe that embracing a wide range of perspectives drives innovation and excellence. All employment decisions at NIQ are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. We invite individuals who share our dedication to inclusivity and equity to join us in making a meaningful impact. To learn more about our ongoing efforts in diversity and inclusion, please visit the ___

Location of role Oxford, UK Department Ops & Facilities Key Responsibilities Main Purpose of Job: This role is to serve as an expert and principal advisor in Facilities/Project Execution, applying knowledge of best practices, and design matters to resolve issues. The individual will apply existing principles and guide the development of new ideas, maintaining internal and external strategic awareness. This role provides Immunocore with strategic and tactical facilities and property management in the UK, creating an environment that supports a ‘great place to work’. The role will address significant and unique issues across multiple business areas, devising solutions based on limited information, and exercising judgment. The implementation of these solutions requires a long-term perspective, aligned with Immunocore’s strategic goals and objectives across functional areas. The individual will contribute to the development of strategies across multiple areas, providing input into functionally strategic decisions that may influence the overall company strategy. They will translate business segment strategy into functional plans and guide their execution. Erroneous decisions could critically impact the functional area and the company’s overall success. Frequent interaction with senior management/stakeholders is required, often involving negotiations on significant matters. The individual will reconcile multiple stakeholder views to drive business results and function as a strategic leader within the organization. The role also involves regularly interacting with and influencing key stakeholders across the business, directing and leading activities across multiple areas, and leading cross-functional teams or projects with notable resource requirements, risks, and complexity. In terms of people management, the individual will demonstrate expert skills, promoting a culture of psychological safety and encouraging experimentation. They will ensure positive engagement and motivation, manage succession planning, support career progression, and promote talent retention. The individual will champion continuous learning, use advanced coaching techniques, and create a positive work environment that motivates the team to achieve stretch goals and tackle challenging business situations. They will manage escalated performance issues through appropriate mediation and intervention. Additionally, the role involves leading and managing the strategic and operational deliverables of the facilities property, capital projects, stores, and laboratory assets services. The individual will manage the facilities team, lab assets team, stores, external consultants, and associated contractors, ensuring Immunocore’s assets and property portfolio meet the needs of the business, its facilities compliance obligations, and future masterplan requirements. Key Responsibilities: • Advise site leadership on critical facilities management, lab assets, and property matters., • Keep site leadership informed of significant Facilities, Property, and Laboratory issues., • Design and implement Facilities strategy in collaboration with other leaders., • Lead the Facilities team in executing day-to-day activities., • Develop and implement service improvements for Facilities and Operational Services., • Direct major projects (Capex/Opex) from design to execution., • Develop and implement cost-effective strategies across multiple service areas., • Ensure governance and compliance with H&S legislation and reporting., • Support operational risk management with robust mitigation strategies., • Identify and develop commercial opportunities while maintaining compliance., • Resolve complex problems impacting property, facilities, and laboratory services., • Partner with laboratory leads on major capital investment projects., • Lead and manage activities across Facilities, Property, Lab Assets, and Central Stores., • Ensure high-quality, efficient, and customer-focused services., • Manage the UK property portfolio, ensuring a safe and productive environment., • Support duties or projects as requested by leadership, that are commensurate with role. Education, Experience and Knowledge: Essential Qualifications: • Typically requires a Bachelor's degree and 16+ years of related experience; or equivalent experience., • NEBOSH Health & Safety training, IOSH or equivalent.. Experience and Knowledge: • Contractor and supply chain management., • Senior staff management and mentoring junior staff., • Report writing and presenting for various audiences., • Data analysis to support decision-making., • Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint., • Understanding and application of best principles and practices., • Proven track record at senior/executive level in building, construction, and facilities management., • Knowledge of key areas including OHSA, AutoCAD, Building Management Systems, and statutory compliance requirements. Desirable • Worked within a Laboratory, Pharma, or Biotech environment. Other: Quality Management and service improvement • Set objectives for operational teams, develop performance metrics, and monitor processes., • Review services regularly to ensure effective performance and best value., • Direct service improvements, process changes, and innovation; support business cases and service agreements., • Evaluate energy requirements, lead vendor relationships, and drive cost-saving initiatives., • Partner with H&S Director for risk mitigation strategies; occasional after-hours site presence and potential travel required. IMMUNOCORE Values At Immunocore, we recognize that our employees are our greatest asset. We value the unique contributions each person brings to our team. By embracing Science, Trust, Respect, Integrity, Diversity, and Entrepreneurship (STRIDE), we create an environment where collaboration thrives, ideas flourish, and transformative changes happen. STRIDE represents more than just letters; it embodies our shared identity and drives our mission. We are dedicated to developing breakthrough therapies that transform patients’ lives, advancing medicine, and supporting one another in these pursuits. Immunocore is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As such, we are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law. About the Company Immunocore (NASDAQ: IMCR) is a pioneering, commercial-stage T cell receptor biotechnology company whose purpose is to develop and commercialize a new generation of transformative medicines which address unmet patient needs in oncology, infectious diseases and autoimmune disease. Our leaders in R&D are internationally recognised as some of the biotech industry’s most successful drug developers. We are creating not just an environment where great minds can interact but an innovation powerhouse answering the big questions. Focused on delivering first-in-class biological therapies to patients, we have developed a highly innovative soluble TCR platform. Our ImmTAX molecules underpin a new generation of precision engineered drugs that harness the immune system to treat a broad spectrum of diseases with high unmet medical need, including oncology, infectious diseases and autoimmune diseases. At Immunocore, we recognize that our employees are our greatest asset. We value the unique contributions each person brings to our team. By embracing Science, Trust, Respect, Integrity, Diversity, and Entrepreneurship (STRIDE), we create an environment where collaboration thrives, ideas flourish, and transformative changes happen. STRIDE represents more than just letters; it embodies our shared identity and drives our mission. We are dedicated to developing breakthrough therapies that transform patients’ lives, advancing medicine, and supporting one another in these pursuits. Immunocore is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As such, we are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Location of role Oxford, UK Department Research Management Key Responsibilities Purpose of the role The Research department has a key role in the ongoing success story for Immunocore, with a mission to ensure the sustained delivery of drug candidates based on strong science that have high potential for addressing the unmet medical needs of patients with cancer, autoimmune and chronic infectious diseases. Research at Immunocore is highly dynamic, pivoting rapidly as new data emerges. The roles of both Research Operations and Programme Management are to support scientists working within the organisation to stay focused, deliver impactful science and remain productive in the face of these rapidly changing requirements. The placement aims to deliver improvements in research productivity and operational effectiveness by: Implementing targeted process enhancements in project management and data analysis Developing and piloting new tools for tracking research metrics and project outcomes Facilitating cross-functional collaboration to accelerate decision-making and remove operational bottlenecks. Key Responsibilities Reflecting the dynamic nature of work in Research at Immunocore, projects will be assigned based on evolving business need, key responsibilities may include: Supporting preparation and delivery of leadership team strategy offsites Gathering & analysing competitive benchmark data on comparable organisations to inform strategic decisions Providing functional SCRUM master support for functional teams e.g. Proteomics Providing project management support for Research programmes Leading the design, implementation and maintenance of a Research programme database Creating and analysing Research productivity dashboards to visualise research productivity across key metrics Design, implementation and management of a resource allocation tracking tool Assessing whether agile tools and principles can be applied to improve productivity in biotech research to enhance team collaboration and individual productivity Participating as a core team member on non-molecular projects of strategic importance including programme management, and performing supplier/ competitor reviews Supporting key aspects of our biosample management operating model design & implementation You will gain exposure to diverse teams and business functions, developing skills in project management, data analysis, and stakeholder engagement. Education & Qualifications We are looking for a dynamic undergraduate in a scientific discipline, studying towards a degree with a sandwich year (and therefore not yet graduated at the start of this placement) who is eager to apply their knowledge beyond the lab and bring fresh perspectives to our team. What will you receive? This placement will give you the opportunity to gain an understanding into how a successful Research organisation functions, including how it blends scientific innovation with good business practice and operational strategy to continue to advance cutting edge science that will benefit patients. Key skills developed will include project management, data analysis, stakeholder engagement, and effective communication. The role will equip you with an understanding of the inner workings of an industry-leading research organisation, including opportunities to: Review and synthesise complex topics Communicate findings via presentations, seminars, and posters to large audiences Engage with all groups across Research Facilitate working sessions to drive improvement initiatives Plan, deliver, and present meetings to diverse teams Track and follow up on project activities Analyse qualitative and quantitative datasets. Tools in which you will strengthen your working knowledge include: MS Office applications including Excel (basic data handling & analysis), Visio (process mapping), PowerPoint (structuring and communicating information) Work management and productivity tools such as Trello and SmartSheets Depending on candidate, there is the opportunity to gain experience with more advanced data analysis coding and visualisation tools such as SQL, Python, Power BI. The placement provides a strong foundation for future roles in research operations, programme management, or related fields with previous holders going on to roles at consultancy firms and further study. Join Immunocore for a paid placement and gain insights from our innovative science and corporate growth. You’ll enjoy 25 days of annual leave (pro rata), pension scheme eligibility, and access to our active Sports and Social Club with subsidized events. Please note this is a full-time position is based at our Abingdon, Oxfordshire office and contracted through a third party. Important information for all applicants The application deadline is 09th January 2026, with phone interviews starting shortly after. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an in-person Assessment Centre on 23rd, 24th, 25th, or 26th February 2026, providing an opportunity to meet current placement students, learn about the role, and socialize with employees. Placements are expected to begin on 7th September 2026. Please note - should you not be available on all the above dates, unfortunately, we won't be able to proceed with your application. Please only apply if you are currently undergoing a degree with a placement year (sandwich year). If interested, apply with your CV and a cover letter (combined in one document) stating your main areas of interest. About the Company Immunocore (NASDAQ: IMCR) is a pioneering, commercial-stage T cell receptor biotechnology company whose purpose is to develop and commercialize a new generation of transformative medicines which address unmet patient needs in oncology, infectious diseases and autoimmune disease. Our leaders in R&D are internationally recognised as some of the biotech industry’s most successful drug developers. We are creating not just an environment where great minds can interact but an innovation powerhouse answering the big questions. Focused on delivering first-in-class biological therapies to patients, we have developed a highly innovative soluble TCR platform. Our ImmTAX molecules underpin a new generation of precision engineered drugs that harness the immune system to treat a broad spectrum of diseases with high unmet medical need, including oncology, infectious diseases and autoimmune diseases. At Immunocore, we recognize that our employees are our greatest asset. We value the unique contributions each person brings to our team. By embracing Science, Trust, Respect, Integrity, Diversity, and Entrepreneurship (STRIDE), we create an environment where collaboration thrives, ideas flourish, and transformative changes happen. STRIDE represents more than just letters; it embodies our shared identity and drives our mission. We are dedicated to developing breakthrough therapies that transform patients’ lives, advancing medicine, and supporting one another in these pursuits. Immunocore is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As such, we are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.