Head of Research (Employment)

London, Leicester or Cardiff
£40,000 to £50,000 per annum, depending on experience and location
Full time or part-time, permanent
Closing date: 12pm, Tuesday 7th January

Organisation:

Independent policy and research institute

Role:

In this fantastic externally facing newly created post you will:

Design and lead research and development programmes and projects on employment, the labour market, low-pay and progression, and shape the organisation's policy positions in these areas
Identify and secure income from funders and partners, responding to tenders and calls for proposals and through the development of products and services
Develop and maintain relationships and networks with key stakeholders involved in relevant policy, delivery and research – including national and local government, nation/local agencies, trusts and foundations, service providers and other research centres and think tanks
Keep up to date with key developments in policy, research and practice on employment and the labour market
Line manage and support the development of Research Managers and Research Officers.

Candidate:

Degree in social science or evidence of equivalent research experience, ideally from working in a market research or social research organisation
Strong quantitative and/or qualitative research skills, including ability to review and critically appraise data and empirical literature
Highly developed influencing, communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage a range of audiences, stakeholders, funders and partners
Understanding and experience of current policy and practice in relation to employment, labour market, low pay and progression at a national and/or local level
Proven track record in delivering complex and high-profile programmes of research and development work
Proven experience of building strong relationships with government, delivery organisations, partners and funders.

To be considered for this role, please email your CV to tim@whitonmaynard.com