173 Research And Policy jobs in the United Kingdom
Research Policy Manager (CC13017) - Bath, BA2 7AY
Posted 10 days ago
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Are you passionate about enabling high-quality, ethical research through robust policy frameworks?
The University of Bath is seeking to recruit two Research Policy Managers to join our Research Governance and Compliance team. This is an exciting opportunity to help shape and implement institutional research policies that uphold legal, ethical, and regulatory standards.
About the roleAs Research Policy Manager, you will:
- Develop and implement research policies and procedures at institutional level.
- Provide clear guidance to researchers on external legislation affecting research (eg Human Tissue Act).
- Conduct in-depth analysis to inform evidence-based policy development.
- Collaborate with senior leaders and stakeholders across the University to embed best practices.
- Lead communications strategies around research governance and integrity.
- Support training and engagement activities to ensure policy understanding and compliance.
You’ll be joining a dynamic and supportive team dedicated to enabling excellent and ethical research. The Research Governance and Compliance team provides expert guidance and oversight across a wide range of areas including:
- Ethical review processes
- Research integrity and misconduct investigations
- Trusted Research and export controls
- Training and support for researchers
- Strategic policy development and compliance monitoring
Meet the team and learn more about our work: Research Governance and Compliance at Bath .
About youThe ideal candidate will bring:
- Proven experience in policy development, ideally within research management or a similarly complex regulatory environment.
- Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, with the ability to interpret complex information and present it clearly.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities, with the confidence to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels.
- A collaborative mindset and a genuine enthusiasm for being part of a supportive, high-performing team.
- A proactive, self-starting approach—comfortable working independently, managing multiple priorities, and driving forward initiatives.
- A commitment to ethical standards, equality, and inclusive working practices.
- Familiarity with research compliance and governance frameworks
A postgraduate qualification and experience in collaborative or cross-institutional initiatives are desirable.
Further informationThis is a full-time role, working 36.5 hours per week, for a fixed-term period of 2 years.
We support hybrid working, with an expectation of 2–3 days per week on campus. Flexibility is required during peak periods, and occasional attendance may be requested for meetings or events.
For an informal discussion about the role please contact Filipa Vance, Head of Research Governance and Compliance at .
The University of Bath is a leading UK institution known for its research excellence. You’ll be part of a professional service team committed to supporting researchers and safeguarding the integrity of our research environment.
We consider ourselves to be a university where difference is celebrated, respected and encouraged. We have an excellent international reputation with staff from over 60 different nations and have made a positive commitment towards gender equality and intersectionality receiving a Silver Athena SWAN award. We truly believe that diversity of experience, perspectives, and backgrounds will lead to a better environment for our employees and students and encourage applications from all genders, backgrounds, and communities, particularly from under-represented groups, and value the positive impact that will have on the university. We are committed to maintaining a safe and secure environment for our students, staff, and community by reinforcing our Safer Recruitment commitment.
We're very proud to be a signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant. an accredited Disability Confident Leader ; autism friendly university , committed to building disability confidence and supporting disabled staff .
What we can offer youWe're continually expanding our benefits package to better support you and enhance your experience with us and the below is just an example of some of the many great benefits we offer:
- Free counselling services through Health Assured
- Cycle to work scheme
- Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme
- Staff discount at Team Bath gym
- Staff discounts on postgraduate tuition fees
- Staff discount on language courses
- Generous employer contributory pension schemes
- Generous annual leave allowance with an additional 5 discretionary days so that you can enjoy a positive work life balance
- A wide range of personal and professional development opportunities including Apprenticeships, LinkedIn Learning and more
- Free entry to the Holburne Museum in Bath
- Local discounts and more
- A family-friendly workplace
- An excellent reward package that recognises the talents of our diverse workforce
- Relocation allowance
- Visa reimbursement and Interest-Free Loan to help with the cost of some immigration expenses
Find out more about our benefits and watch the video to hear from our staff about what makes the University of Bath a great place to work as well as following us X and LinkedIn .
Closing Date: 06 Oct 2025
Department: Management, Specialist and Administration
Salary: £38,784 to £46,049
Research Analyst
Posted 13 days ago
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A career at Janus Henderson is more than a job, it's about investing in a brighter future together.
Our Mission at Janus Henderson is to help clients define and achieve superior financial outcomes through differentiated insights, disciplined investments, and world-class service. We will do this by protecting and growing our core business, amplifying our strengths and diversifying where we have the right.
Our Values are key to driving our success, and are at the heart of everything we do:
Clients Come First - Always | Execution Supersedes Intention | Together We Win | Diversity Improves Results | Truth Builds Trust
If our mission, values, and purpose align with your own, we would love to hear from you!
Your opportunity
+ The candidate will need significant experience with the primary focus of the role being on asset allocation research within the Multi-Asset team, working with colleagues to develop well-considered investment views for implementation by the portfolio managers
+ There may be some additional responsibilities for further supporting the team's portfolio managers in a range of areas, particularly in communicating investment views to clients. The team manages an array of funds, model portfolio services and advisory accounts with varying risk tolerances and methods of implementation
+ The candidate will need a strong interest in financial markets and economics, and have the flexibility to research a range of different asset classes within the team's frameworks
+ The candidate should have the immediate ability to contribute effectively within a collegiate environment but with an ability to research independently and contribute to the improvement of investment frameworks
+ The candidate will be required to conduct research into a range of asset classes, including equities, fixed income, currencies and commodities, considering both macroeconomic and market-based factors in line with the team's approach, and also to improve analytical frameworks used for making both tactical and strategic asset allocation decisions
+ The candidate will be expected to generate investment views for potential implementation in client mandates in support of the portfolio managers, in areas such as regional equity tilts, credit rating preferences and currency hedging decisions
+ Communication of investment views and the broader macroeconomic and market backdrop to internal stakeholders, clients and the press will also be a key component of the role. This will include producing and presenting research for the multi-asset team's weekly and monthly asset allocation research and markets update meetings
+ The candidate will produce written content for communication to both clients and the press on market and economic topics and events, and produce performance and market commentaries for client reports across a range of mandates
+ Provide additional support with both regular and ad hoc day-to-day tasks involved in the management of client mandates, such as generating performance reports and writing commentaries
+ Carry out other duties as assigned
What to expect when you join our firm
+ Hybrid working and reasonable accommodations
+ Generous Holiday policies
+ Excellent Health and Wellbeing benefits including corporate membership to ClassPass
+ Paid volunteer time to step away from your desk and into the community
+ Support to grow through professional development courses, tuition/qualification reimbursement and more
+ Maternal/paternal leave benefits and family services
+ Complimentary subscription to Headspace - the mindfulness app
+ All employee events including networking opportunities and social activities
+ Lunch allowance for use within our subsidized onsite canteen
Must have skills
+ A deep interest in the markets and macroeconomic research process involving independent, autonomous analysis to arrive at relevant investment implications - please note this is not a portfolio management role
+ A strong drive to push beyond the first level in trying to understand what is driving markets day-to-day - you will be expected to work with a reasonable degree of independence and to problem solve effectively
+ Experience in constructing econometric models
+ Experience in researching either equity markets or fixed income and currencies from a top-down, asset allocation perspective
+ The flexibility to cover the whole breadth of asset classes (equities, fixed income, currencies & commodities) - the team operate as generalists, and each member is expected to provide challenge across the full spectrum of asset classes covered
+ The ability to adapt to and develop the team's analysis frameworks
+ An understanding of the key instruments through which multi-asset portfolios are implemented, such as funds, ETFs, individual equities, individual bonds, futures forwards, and other derivatives
+ Experience in obtaining and manipulating market and economic data within complex spreadsheets
+ Good communication skills - you will be expected to deliver frequent research output in a range of formats, including both presentations and written content
Nice to have skills
+ Experience of researching across all of equities, fixed income, currencies & commodities, covering both developed and emerging market regions
+ Experience of working with portfolio managers
+ Experience of using Bloomberg and LSEG products for retrieving and manipulating data
+ Experience in the Python programming language
+ Language skills - we have clients around the world that need to be communicated with
Investment areas
Has responsibility for contributing views for implementation in portfolios within the Multi-Asset and Solutions space.
Supervisory responsibilities
+ No
Potential for growth
+ Mentoring
+ Leadership development programs
+ Regular training
+ Career development services
+ Continuing education courses
For those in scope of Knowledge & Competence (MiFID II)
+ Knowledge of financial markets, financial markets function and the impact of economic figures and national/regional/global events on markets
+ Understanding of issues relating to market abuse and anti-money laundering
+ Annual attestation
You will be expected to understand the regulatory obligations of the firm, and abide by the regulated entity requirements and JHI policies applicable for your role.
At Janus Henderson Investors we're committed to an inclusive and supportive environment. We believe diversity improves results and we welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. Don't worry if you don't think you tick every box, we still want to hear from you! We understand everyone has different commitments and while we can't accommodate every flexible working request we're happy to be asked about work flexibility and our hybrid working environment. If you need any reasonable accommodations during our recruitment process, please get in touch and let us know at .
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Janus Henderson (including its subsidiaries) will not maintain existing or sponsor new industry registrations or licenses where not supported by an employee's job functions (as determined by Janus Henderson at its sole discretion).
All applicants must be willing to comply with the provisions of Janus Henderson Investment Advisory Code of Ethics related to personal securities activities and other disclosure and certification requirements, including past political contributions and political activities. Applicants' past political contributions or activity may impact applicants' eligibility for this position. Janus Henderson is an equal opportunity /Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. All applications are subject to background checks.
Research Analyst
Posted 2 days ago
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Your role is crucial to the overall sales process and involves identifying and directly contacting potential buyers who may be interested in purchasing our Clients' business. We use a bespoke, state of the art system to scour industry specific data, financial information, geographical indicators etc with the aim of fulfilling our Clients' approved research strategy.
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Policy and Research Manager
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We're working exclusively with The National Caravan Council (NCC) to a Policy and Research Manager to lead its engagement across the devolved administrations.
The NCC is the UK's leading trade association for the entire leisure vehicle and parks industry. Representing over 850 member outlets, the NCC spans every level of the supply chain across all core sectors - including holiday and residential parks, manufacturers, dealers, distributors, suppliers, and service providers.
A uniquely broad and integrated organisation, the NCC operates more like a federation, championing the interests of a 15.8 billion industry that supports hundreds of thousands of jobs and contributes significantly to the UK's tourism, manufacturing, and housing economies.
About the Role
You'll be the NCC's lead for policy and representation in Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland, helping to shape legislation and regulation affecting touring caravans, motorhomes, holiday parks, and residential park homes. Reporting to the Head of Policy and Public Affairs, you'll also support the development of a robust research programme aligned with NCC's manifesto priorities which include:
- Supporting sustainable tourism and housing
- Promoting regional regeneration and planning reform
- Addressing climate risks and infrastructure needs
- Advancing skills development and career pathways
Key Responsibilities
- Monitor and respond to consultations across devolved governments
- Build relationships with Visit Wales, Visit Scotland, Tourism NI, and political stakeholders
- Lead research projects and produce evidence-based reports
- Analyse policy trends, datasets, and regulatory developments
- Support lobbying efforts and stakeholder engagement
What We're Looking For
- Minimum 3 years' experience in policy and/or research roles
- Strong analytical and writing skills, with experience in data interpretation
- Understanding of tourism policy and consumer rights
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively
- Willingness to travel and engage across all three nations
- Experience in trade associations or public affairs is a bonus, but not essential
Why Join?
- Influencing policy in a 15.8bn sector
- Lead research on high-profile issues and shape national and regional campaigns
- Flexible working with travel across devolved nations
- Competitive benefits including enhanced pension and life insurance
Policy and Research Manager
Posted today
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We're working exclusively with The National Caravan Council (NCC) to a Policy and Research Manager to lead its engagement across the devolved administrations.
The NCC is the UK's leading trade association for the entire leisure vehicle and parks industry. Representing over 850 member outlets, the NCC spans every level of the supply chain across all core sectors - including holiday and residential parks, manufacturers, dealers, distributors, suppliers, and service providers.
A uniquely broad and integrated organisation, the NCC operates more like a federation, championing the interests of a 15.8 billion industry that supports hundreds of thousands of jobs and contributes significantly to the UK's tourism, manufacturing, and housing economies.
About the Role
You'll be the NCC's lead for policy and representation in Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland, helping to shape legislation and regulation affecting touring caravans, motorhomes, holiday parks, and residential park homes. Reporting to the Head of Policy and Public Affairs, you'll also support the development of a robust research programme aligned with NCC's manifesto priorities which include:
- Supporting sustainable tourism and housing
- Promoting regional regeneration and planning reform
- Addressing climate risks and infrastructure needs
- Advancing skills development and career pathways
Key Responsibilities
- Monitor and respond to consultations across devolved governments
- Build relationships with Visit Wales, Visit Scotland, Tourism NI, and political stakeholders
- Lead research projects and produce evidence-based reports
- Analyse policy trends, datasets, and regulatory developments
- Support lobbying efforts and stakeholder engagement
What We're Looking For
- Minimum 3 years' experience in policy and/or research roles
- Strong analytical and writing skills, with experience in data interpretation
- Understanding of tourism policy and consumer rights
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively
- Willingness to travel and engage across all three nations
- Experience in trade associations or public affairs is a bonus, but not essential
Why Join?
- Influencing policy in a 15.8bn sector
- Lead research on high-profile issues and shape national and regional campaigns
- Flexible working with travel across devolved nations
- Competitive benefits including enhanced pension and life insurance
Policy and Research Manager
Posted today
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We're working exclusively with The National Caravan Council (NCC) to a Policy and Research Manager to lead its engagement across the devolved administrations.
The NCC is the UK's leading trade association for the entire leisure vehicle and parks industry. Representing over 850 member outlets, the NCC spans every level of the supply chain across all core sectors - including holiday and residential .
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AI Ethics and Policy Research Fellow
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Senior Research Analyst
Posted 14 days ago
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Who we are…
GlobalData is a specialist information services business on a mission to help our clients decode the future, make better decisions and reach more customers. Using our unique data, expert analysis and innovative solutions we deliver intelligence on the world’s largest industries for companies, government organisations and industry professionals.
We began our journey in 2016, by combining a diverse range of specialist information services companies, with decades of trusted customer relationships and deep sector specialisms. Today, we operate as a single company and one fully integrated platform, with more than 3,500 colleagues worldwide, across 20+ industries, delivering value for over 5,000 customers.
Why join GlobalData?
GlobalData is at a pivotal point in its growth journey. Following multiple acquisitions and having recently received transformational investment we need curious, ambitious, courageous people to support us in achieving our vision of becoming the world’s trusted source of strategic industry intelligence.
Our big ambitions mean that life at GlobalData is fast paced, entrepreneurial and rewarding. We recognise the collective power of our people, and it’s the collaboration of our teams that have shaped our success and will continue to do so in the future.
The role…
We are looking for a Senior Research Analyst, to work in a close-knit group of analysts based in Oxford who are charged with meeting the needs of our clients in the global sugar sector.
The role involves undertaking detailed economic, quantitative, market analysis and research assignments. These include forecasting supply and demand, price outlook, policy analysis, performance/cost of production benchmarking as well as carrying out bespoke consulting projects for our clients. Examples of these projects include feasibility studies, price outlooks in specific markets or market segments, and policy analysis.
What you’ll be doing…
- Carrying out analysis and forecasts underpinning the weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual services of the sugar research team. li>Tracking and forecasting sugar supply, demand, price and policy developments in the sugar sector in key geographies.
- Overseeing the maintenance and organisation the database underpinning the analysis we undertake.
- Managing consulting projects with support from other team members.
- Developing a detailed knowledge of the sugar industry that is required to offer expertise to our clients.
- Liaise with industry stakeholders (grower associations, producers, consumers, policy makers etc.); the role may involve occasional research trips.
What we’re looking for…
The work we do demands people with intelligent, enquiring and analytical minds, with the ability to apply micro-economic and statistical analysis in real-world situations
For this role, we are looking for someone who has or can demonstrate a desire to acquire a detailed knowledge of the sugar sector. The successful candidate will be able to formulate in rigorous economic terms but simple language, ideas about the economic forces, including the policies, market trends and structural changes shaping the sector.
Applicants with a background in agricultural economics (Masters or above) would be preferred, but this is not essential for the right candidate.
In addition to a rewarding career, we support our GlobalData colleagues with a range of benefits across health, finances, fitness, travel, tech and more. To find out more about the roles and benefits on offer in your region, visit (url removed)
GlobalData believes strongly in the value of diversity and creating supportive, inclusive environments where our colleagues can succeed. As such, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. GlobalData is determined to ensure that no applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, age, disability, religion, belief, sexual orientation, marital status, race, or is disadvantaged by conditions or requirements which cannot be shown to be justifiable.
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Senior Research Analyst
Posted 2 days ago
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Who we are…
GlobalData is a specialist information services business on a mission to help our clients decode the future, make better decisions and reach more customers. Using our unique data, expert analysis and innovative solutions we deliver intelligence on the world’s largest industries for companies, government organisations and industry professionals.
We began our journey in 2016, by combining a diverse range of specialist information services companies, with decades of trusted customer relationships and deep sector specialisms. Today, we operate as a single company and one fully integrated platform, with more than 3,500 colleagues worldwide, across 20+ industries, delivering value for over 5,000 customers.
Why join GlobalData?
GlobalData is at a pivotal point in its growth journey. Following multiple acquisitions and having recently received transformational investment we need curious, ambitious, courageous people to support us in achieving our vision of becoming the world’s trusted source of strategic industry intelligence.
Our big ambitions mean that life at GlobalData is fast paced, entrepreneurial and rewarding. We recognise the collective power of our people, and it’s the collaboration of our teams that have shaped our success and will continue to do so in the future.
The role…
We are looking for a Senior Research Analyst, to work in a close-knit group of analysts based in Oxford who are charged with meeting the needs of our clients in the global sugar sector.
The role involves undertaking detailed economic, quantitative, market analysis and research assignments. These include forecasting supply and demand, price outlook, policy analysis, performance/cost of production benchmarking as well as carrying out bespoke consulting projects for our clients. Examples of these projects include feasibility studies, price outlooks in specific markets or market segments, and policy analysis.
What you’ll be doing…
- Carrying out analysis and forecasts underpinning the weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual services of the sugar research team. li>Tracking and forecasting sugar supply, demand, price and policy developments in the sugar sector in key geographies.
- Overseeing the maintenance and organisation the database underpinning the analysis we undertake.
- Managing consulting projects with support from other team members.
- Developing a detailed knowledge of the sugar industry that is required to offer expertise to our clients.
- Liaise with industry stakeholders (grower associations, producers, consumers, policy makers etc.); the role may involve occasional research trips.
What we’re looking for…
The work we do demands people with intelligent, enquiring and analytical minds, with the ability to apply micro-economic and statistical analysis in real-world situations
For this role, we are looking for someone who has or can demonstrate a desire to acquire a detailed knowledge of the sugar sector. The successful candidate will be able to formulate in rigorous economic terms but simple language, ideas about the economic forces, including the policies, market trends and structural changes shaping the sector.
Applicants with a background in agricultural economics (Masters or above) would be preferred, but this is not essential for the right candidate.
In addition to a rewarding career, we support our GlobalData colleagues with a range of benefits across health, finances, fitness, travel, tech and more. To find out more about the roles and benefits on offer in your region, visit (url removed)
GlobalData believes strongly in the value of diversity and creating supportive, inclusive environments where our colleagues can succeed. As such, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. GlobalData is determined to ensure that no applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, age, disability, religion, belief, sexual orientation, marital status, race, or is disadvantaged by conditions or requirements which cannot be shown to be justifiable.
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Graduate Research Analyst
Posted 15 days ago
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Key Responsibilities:
- Assist senior researchers in designing and conducting research studies.
- Gather and compile data from various sources, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
- Perform data analysis using statistical software and tools.
- Contribute to the interpretation of research findings and the development of conclusions.
- Prepare research reports, presentations, and other documentation.
- Conduct literature reviews to support ongoing research initiatives.
- Maintain organized and up-to-date research records and databases.
- Collaborate with team members to achieve research objectives.
- Attend research meetings and contribute to discussions.
- Assist in the preparation of grant proposals and funding applications.
- Ensure all research activities adhere to ethical guidelines and institutional policies.
- Stay abreast of current developments and trends in the relevant research field.
- A recent Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant field such as Science, Social Sciences, Economics, or a related discipline.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in data analysis techniques and statistical software (e.g., SPSS, R, Python).
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Meticulous attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
- A genuine interest in research and a desire to learn.
- Familiarity with research methodologies.
- Experience with academic writing and referencing.
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks.