About Genomics England
What is Genomics England?
Genomics England is a company wholly owned by the UK Department of Health and Social Care, set up in 2013 to deliver the 100,000 Genomes Project. Today it supports the NHS's world-first national whole-genome sequencing service and runs the growing National Genomic Research Library — designing, developing and operating the complex healthcare software systems that connect research and clinical care at national scale.
Where will I work?
Genomics England operates a blended working model — teams agree when and where they meet, with office locations in London (HQ), Cambridge and Leeds. Currently, team members are expected in the office a minimum of just 2 days per month.
What is the Genomics England team like?
~550 people across data engineering, software, bioinformatics, product and scientific teams, working with patients, doctors, scientists, government and industry.
Work-Life Balance
Job listings state it verbatim: "Generous Leave: 30 days' holiday, plus bank holidays, plus additional leave for long service" — 38 total days off a year. Their own benefits page adds: "we insist on promoting a healthy work/life balance", with Wellbeing Wednesdays and app subscriptions to match.
Perks and Benefits
- 30 days' holiday plus bank holidays, plus additional leave for long service
- Blended working — minimum of only 2 office days per month
- Individual pension contributions
- £500 per year for individual learning
- Wellbeing Wednesdays, Headspace and Blinkist subscriptions, local gym passes