Finance Analyst - £37,456-£42,084 + benefits
Location
London, England, United Kingdom
Employment TypeInternship
Posted At4/14/2026
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Description
Canary Wharf, London
Job Summary
We are currently looking for a Finance Analyst - Grants & Contracts to join our Finance Function within the Corporate group.
This is a full-time opportunity, on a permanent basis. The role will be based in 10 South Colonnade, Canary Wharf London, E14 4PU.
Government departments and agencies are working towards implementing a minimum 60% attendance in office sites.
We are currently implementing a flexible, hybrid way of working, with a minimum of 8 days per month working on site to enable the collaboration and contact with partners and stakeholders needed to deliver MHRA business. Attendance on site is driven by business needs so depending on the nature of the role, this can flex up to 12 days a month, with the remainder of time worked either remotely or in the office. Some roles will need to be on site more regularly.
Who are we?
The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency enhance and improve the health of millions of people every day through the effective regulation of medicines and medical devices, underpinned by science and research.
The Finance Division plays a central role in enabling the MHRA to deliver its mission to protect and improve public health. As part of the wider Government Finance Function, we make sure that public money is spent wisely, that our activities are affordable and sustainable, and that our decisions are grounded in robust financial insight.
We support the Accounting Officer and Executive Committee in meeting their responsibilities to Parliament and the public, including through high-quality financial planning, reporting and stewardship.
The function is structured in line with the Government Finance profession model, covering strategic finance, finance business partnering, planning and performance, financial operations and financial control. Across these areas we are responsible for activities such as budgeting, forecasting, agency fee setting, management information, financial analysis, financial accounting, and the billing and collection of income due to the Agency. We work closely with colleagues across science, regulation, enforcement and corporate services to ensure that plans are affordable, risks are understood and managed, and that we meet HM Treasury and accounting requirements.
Job Description
Job Summary
We are currently looking for a Finance Analyst - Grants & Contracts to join our Finance Function within the Corporate group.
This is a full-time opportunity, on a permanent basis. The role will be based in 10 South Colonnade, Canary Wharf London, E14 4PU.
Government departments and agencies are working towards implementing a minimum 60% attendance in office sites.
We are currently implementing a flexible, hybrid way of working, with a minimum of 8 days per month working on site to enable the collaboration and contact with partners and stakeholders needed to deliver MHRA business. Attendance on site is driven by business needs so depending on the nature of the role, this can flex up to 12 days a month, with the remainder of time worked either remotely or in the office. Some roles will need to be on site more regularly.
Who are we?
The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency enhance and improve the health of millions of people every day through the effective regulation of medicines and medical devices, underpinned by science and research.
The Finance Division plays a central role in enabling the MHRA to deliver its mission to protect and improve public health. As part of the wider Government Finance Function, we make sure that public money is spent wisely, that our activities are affordable and sustainable, and that our decisions are grounded in robust financial insight.
We support the Accounting Officer and Executive Committee in meeting their responsibilities to Parliament and the public, including through high-quality financial planning, reporting and stewardship.
The function is structured in line with the Government Finance profession model, covering strategic finance, finance business partnering, planning and performance, financial operations and financial control. Across these areas we are responsible for activities such as budgeting, forecasting, agency fee setting, management information, financial analysis, financial accounting, and the billing and collection of income due to the Agency. We work closely with colleagues across science, regulation, enforcement and corporate services to ensure that plans are affordable, risks are understood and managed, and that we meet HM Treasury and accounting requirements.
Job Description
Finance at the MHRA is a professional, forward-looking function that aims to put finance at the heart of decision-making. We are strengthening our systems, data and capabilities so that we can provide clearer insight on cost, performance and value for money, and support the Agency’s policy and investment choices.
Colleagues in the team are part of the cross-government finance community, with access to Civil Service learning, professional qualifications and a strong focus on continuous improvement and collaboration.
The Strategic Finance team plays a central role in supporting organisational decision-making by providing high-quality financial insight, planning and reporting. It ensures robust oversight of budgets, income and expenditure, and supports the financial management of key programmes, including grant-funded activity. The team works closely with stakeholders across the Agency to ensure financial sustainability and enable delivery of strategic priorities.
What’s the role?
This role supports the delivery of accurate and timely financial reporting for grant-funded projects, ensuring compliance with internal processes and external funder requirements. It plays a key role in supporting project financial management, working closely with stakeholders across finance and project teams. The role offers a strong development opportunity within a complex and high-profile public sector environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Colleagues in the team are part of the cross-government finance community, with access to Civil Service learning, professional qualifications and a strong focus on continuous improvement and collaboration.
The Strategic Finance team plays a central role in supporting organisational decision-making by providing high-quality financial insight, planning and reporting. It ensures robust oversight of budgets, income and expenditure, and supports the financial management of key programmes, including grant-funded activity. The team works closely with stakeholders across the Agency to ensure financial sustainability and enable delivery of strategic priorities.
What’s the role?
This role supports the delivery of accurate and timely financial reporting for grant-funded projects, ensuring compliance with internal processes and external funder requirements. It plays a key role in supporting project financial management, working closely with stakeholders across finance and project teams. The role offers a strong development opportunity within a complex and high-profile public sector environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Produce accurate and timely financial reports for grant-funded projects, ensuring compliance with funder requirements and internal standards.
- Support month-end processes, including preparation of journals, accruals and project-related financial adjustments.
- Provide financial information and analysis to project managers and budget holders, supporting effective budget monitoring and decision-making.
- Maintain and manage project financial data within Oracle Fusion (or equivalent), including project setup, invoicing and closure processes.
Who are we looking for?
Our Successful Candidate Will Have The Following:
Colleagues in the team are part of the cross-government finance community, with access to Civil Service learning, professional qualifications and a strong focus on continuous improvement and collaboration.
The Strategic Finance team plays a central role in supporting organisational decision-making by providing high-quality financial insight, planning and reporting. It ensures robust oversight of budgets, income and expenditure, and supports the financial management of key programmes, including grant-funded activity. The team works closely with stakeholders across the Agency to ensure financial sustainability and enable delivery of strategic priorities.
What’s the role?
This role supports the delivery of accurate and timely financial reporting for grant-funded projects, ensuring compliance with internal processes and external funder requirements. It plays a key role in supporting project financial management, working closely with stakeholders across finance and project teams. The role offers a strong development opportunity within a complex and high-profile public sector environment.
Our Successful Candidate Will Have The Following:
Our Successful Candidate Will Have The Following:
- Experience of financial reporting, budget monitoring or project finance activities.
- Ability to work with stakeholders to provide financial information and resolve queries effectively.
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
- Working towards (or holding) a professional accounting qualification (e.g. AAT, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA).
- Experience of using finance systems (e.g. Oracle Fusion) and understanding of core accounting processes.
Colleagues in the team are part of the cross-government finance community, with access to Civil Service learning, professional qualifications and a strong focus on continuous improvement and collaboration.
The Strategic Finance team plays a central role in supporting organisational decision-making by providing high-quality financial insight, planning and reporting. It ensures robust oversight of budgets, income and expenditure, and supports the financial management of key programmes, including grant-funded activity. The team works closely with stakeholders across the Agency to ensure financial sustainability and enable delivery of strategic priorities.
What’s the role?
This role supports the delivery of accurate and timely financial reporting for grant-funded projects, ensuring compliance with internal processes and external funder requirements. It plays a key role in supporting project financial management, working closely with stakeholders across finance and project teams. The role offers a strong development opportunity within a complex and high-profile public sector environment.
Our Successful Candidate Will Have The Following:
- Experience of financial reporting, budget monitoring or project finance activities.
- Ability to work with stakeholders to provide financial information and resolve queries effectively.
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
- Working towards (or holding) a professional accounting qualification (e.g. AAT, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA).
- Experience of using finance systems (e.g. Oracle Fusion) and understanding of core accounting processes.
Method of assessment: A=Application, I=Interview
Behaviour Criteria:
- Delivering at Pace (I)
- Working Together (I)
- Communicating and Influencing (I)
- Experience supporting project costing, budget monitoring or financial reporting activities, with an understanding of how financial information supports project delivery. (A)
- Experience working with stakeholders to provide financial information or resolve queries, building effective working relationships across teams. (A)
- Experience contributing to project financial management or project accounting activities, with an understanding of grants and contracts funding arrangements – Desirable (A)
- Working towards a professional accounting qualification (AAT, CIPFA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) or relevant financial experience. (A)
- Experience using Oracle Fusion or a similar finance/ERP system to process or support project finance activities, such as journals, invoices, or project setup. (A)
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Alongside your salary of £37,456, Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency contributes £10,851 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.
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Selection process details
We use the Civil Service Success Profiles to assess our candidates, find out more here.
Alongside your salary of £37,456, Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency contributes £10,851 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.
- Annual Leave: 25 days annual leave on entry, rising by one day for each completed year of service to a maximum of 30 days and pro-rata for part-time staff. PLUS 8 bank holidays
- Privilege Leave: 1 day
- Hours of Work: 37 hours (net) per week for full time staff in all geographical locations, including London and pro rata for part-time staff
- Occupational Sick Pay (OSP): One month full pay/one month half pay on entry, rising by one month for each completed year of service to a maximum of five months full pay/five months half pay
- Mobility: Mobility clause in contracts allowing staff to be mobile across the Civil Service
- Civil Service Pension Scheme. Please see the link for further information http://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/ For enquiries relating to the Civil Service Pension Schemes please contact MyCSP's Pension Service Centre directly on 0300 123 6666
- Flexible working to ensure staff maintain a healthy work-life balance
- Interest free season ticket loan or bike loan
- Employee Assistance Services and access to the Civil Service Benevolent Fund
- Eligibility to join Motoring , Boundless by CSMA
- Variety of staff and Civil Service clubs
- On-going learning and development
Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our candidate guidance (opens in a new window) for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.
Selection process details
We use the Civil Service Success Profiles to assess our candidates, find out more here.
- Online application form, including questions based on the Behaviour, Experience and Technical Success Profiles. Please ensure all application questions are completed in full; your application may not be considered if any responses are left blank. Our applications are CV blind, and our Hiring Managers will not be able to access your CV when reviewing your application.
Applicants are assessed on whether they meet any mandatory requirements as well as the necessary skills and experience for the role. Applications are scored based on the competency-based answers provided- ensure you have read these thoroughly and allow sufficient time. You can view the competencies for this role in the job description.
If you require any disability related adjustments at any point during the process, please contact careers@mhra.gov.uk as soon as possible.
Closing date: 21 April 2026
Shortlisting date: 29 April 2026
Interview date: w/c 11 May 2026
If you need assistance applying for this role or have any other questions, please contact careers@mhra.gov.uk
Candidates will be subject to UK immigration requirements as well as Civil Service nationality rules. Further information on whether you are able to apply is available here.
Successful candidates must pass a disclosure and barring security check as well as animal rights and pro-life activism checks. People working with government assets must complete basic personnel security standard checks.
Certain Roles Within The MHRA Will Require Post Holders To Have Vaccinations, And In Some Circumstances, Routine Health Surveillance. These Roles Include:
- Laboratory-based roles working directly with known pathogens
- Maintenance roles, particularly those required to work in laboratory settings
- Roles that involve visiting other establishments where vaccination is required
Any move to the MHRA from another employer will mean you can no longer access childcare vouchers. This includes moves between government departments. You may however be eligible for other government schemes, including Tax-Free Childcare. Determine your eligibility here.
Individuals appointed on level transfer will retain their existing salary and are responsible for ensuring they fully understand the financial implications of any potential move and the impact (if any) on their terms. If an individual is in any doubt, they should seek clarification before accepting a job offer.
Staff joining on promotion will receive up to a 10% increase of their current basic salary, or the pay band minimum, whichever is the greater.
The individual will not retain any allowances paid by the former department/Agency, unless there are special circumstances, such as a reserved right to those allowances on transfer.
Successful candidates may be subject to annual Occupational Health reviews dependent on role requirements. If you have any queries, please contact careers@mhra.gov.uk.
In accordance with the Civil Service Commissioners’ Recruitment Principles our recruitment and selection processes are underpinned by the requirement of selection for appointment on the basis of merit by a fair and open competition. If you feel your application has not been treated in accordance with the Recruitment Principles and you wish to make a complaint, you should firstly contact careers@mhra.gov.uk
If you are not satisfied with the response you receive, you can contact the Civil Service Commission at: civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk
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Security
Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check.
People working with government assets must complete baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window) checks.
Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check.
People working with government assets must complete baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window) checks.
Nationality requirements
This Job Is Broadly Open To The Following Groups:
- UK nationals
- nationals of the Republic of Ireland
- nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK
- nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) (opens in a new window)
- nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS)
- individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020
- Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service
Working for the Civil Service
The Civil Service Code (opens in a new window) sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants.
We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's recruitment principles (opens in a new window).
The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.
The Civil Service also offers a Redeployment Interview Scheme to civil servants who are at risk of redundancy, and who meet the minimum requirements for the advertised vacancy.
The Civil Service Code (opens in a new window) sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants.
We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's recruitment principles (opens in a new window).
The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.
The Civil Service also offers a Redeployment Interview Scheme to civil servants who are at risk of redundancy, and who meet the minimum requirements for the advertised vacancy.
Diversity and Inclusion
The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the Civil Service People Plan (opens in a new window) and the Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window).
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Contact point for applicants
Job Contact :
- Name : The Resourcing Team
- Email : Careers@mhra.gov.uk
- Email : Careers@mhra.gov.uk
In accordance with the Civil Service Commissioners’ Recruitment Principles our recruitment and selection processes are underpinned by the requirement of selection for appointment on the basis of merit by a fair and open competition. If you feel your application has not been treated in accordance with the Recruitment Principles and you wish to make a complaint, you should contact the Resourcing Team at Careers@mhra.gov.uk, in the first instance. If you are not satisfied with the response you receive you can contact the Civil Service Commission at: civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk - info@csc.gov.uk - Civil Service Commission Room G/8 1 Horse Guards Road London SW1A 2HQ