Job Description

Role

We seek to appoint a highly motivated, well-organised individual with excellent interpersonal and communications skills with experience in managing projects efficiently. The successful applicant will have a graduate or postgraduate degree and a keen interest in strengthening the national power and profile of the United Kingdom, as well as in foreign affairs, defence, international security and environmental security more generally.

The Project Manager will be an integral part of our organisation's team, working to help manage our existing research and parliamentary projects, as well as new projects as they emerge. It would be beneficial for the applicants to have a strong grasp of key concepts within British defence policy, as well as in-depth knowledge of at least one of the following areas: the AUKUS partnership, British space policy, or the strategic partnership between the United Kingdom and the United States.

Tasks:

Working closely with our directors in managing the Council's key research projects, including the research drumbeat and in organising high-level events. Engaging with our Policy and Editorial Officer and research fellows to support the Council's research programmes and policy outreach with parliamentarians and government departments. Engaging with our Events and Operations Coordinator to manage and deliver events. Maintaining and cultivating relationships with relevant stakeholders to ensure alignment between the Council and our partners and strengthening our memberships programme. Other relevant duties related to the role.

Experience:

Graduate (Classification of 2.1 or equivalent or above) and/or postgraduate degree, particularly in project management or strategic or defence studies, or a similar area of focus; At least two years of experience in project management; A keen interest in strengthening the national power and profile of the United Kingdom, as well as in foreign affairs, international security and environmental security more generally; Exemplary project management and organisational skills; Ability to build long-term and impactful relationships with stakeholders; Excellent time management and interpersonal skills; Advanced skills in Google Workstation, and other key IT applications Social media skills; Perfect command of English and attention to detail; Team worker with a proactive inclination and positive attitude.

Application Process:

Integrated two-page application letter and CV. The first page must include the application letter, while the second page must contain the CV. Both should be drafted either in Arial or Georgia (Size: 12 point) and submitted as a single PDF file. The letter should explain why you would like the role, while the CV should contain the following sub-headings: 1. Academic achievements; 2. Work experience; 3. Any other relevant experience; 4. Referees (listing at least two).
Shortlisted applicants will be invited for an online interview. Depending on performance, they will then be invited for an in-person interview. Applicants must have permission to work in the United Kingdom.

Salary:

32,500 (gross)

Benefits:

28 days leave including bank holidays (increasing with length of service); Flexible working in line with Company protocol; Company sick pay.

Closing date:

23:59 (GMT) on 14th November (interviews will take place on a rolling basis before the closing date).

Expected starting date:

Early December 2025

Location:

Westminster

Equal opportunities

: We are an equal opportunities employer

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 32,500.00 per year

Benefits:

Sick pay
Work Location: Hybrid remote in London SW1H