Job Description

Leicester or London (hybrid working two-three days per week)

About us

We\xe2\x80\x99re Learning and Work Institute, an independent policy, research and development organisation dedicated to promoting lifelong learning, full employment and inclusion.

We are seeking a Research Manager to join our team on a full-time, permanent basis. We will consider part-time hours.

The Benefits

- 25 days\' annual leave (increasing to 27 days after 5 years of service) plus 8 bank holidays
- Hybrid and flexible working
- Generous company pension scheme
- Employee Development Scheme
- Free tea and coffee
- Extra 6 grace days in addition to public holidays and annual leave allowance
- Occupational maternity, adoption, paternity and shared parental pay
- Occupational sick pay
- Eye care scheme
- Season ticket loans
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Silver award in Investors in People

The Role

As a Research Manager, you will design and manage research and evaluation activities in learning, skills and employment to support our policymakers, commissioners and practitioners.

You will play a leading role in distributing our research with key stakeholders, supporting the development of toolkits and other products to increase engagement and driving change in the delivery of services.

About You

To be considered as a Research Manager, you will need:

- Experience delivering high quality research and evaluation within timeframes and budgets
- Experience using a range of analytical and evaluation techniques
- The ability to develop and use appropriate methods and tools to support research
- The ability to write for and speak to a range of audiences to ensure impact
- The ability to engage a range of stakeholders, funders and partners
- Strong organisational and planning skills including programme, resource and performance management
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- A degree (or equivalent) in a relevant subject area

So, if you want to join us as a Research Manager, please apply via the button shown. This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency.

Closing Date: 13 August 2023

Interview/Start Dates

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