Research Officer

2 weeks ago


Greater Manchester, United Kingdom Meridian Business Support Full time

The Role:

My Clients Research and Economics Team undertakes cutting-edge research and analysis to understand the transport needs of the diverse places and populations of the North of England, and to make the case for strategic interventions in the transport network. Their research has a central role in providing the evidence base for their Strategic Transport Plan, which sets out the long-term vision for a transformed North of England.

It also contributes to the development of business cases for major road and rail interventions across the North, and supports Local Transport Authorities in developing high quality local transport networks.  

As a Research Officer within the team, you will deliver strategic research and analysis that supports the client to make the case for transformational investment in transport in the North of England. You will be involved in all stages of the research process, including undertaking literature reviews, working with internal and external stakeholders to identify evidence requirements, developing research methodologies, undertaking primary and secondary data collection and data analysis, and presenting findings to stakeholders and decision-makers in a range of formats. 

The Candidate:

Educated to degree level or equivalent; the successful candidate will have strong social science research skills, including experience of developing research designs, methodologies, and analytical approaches. You will have experience of undertaking high quality analysis of qualitative and quantitative data, and the ability to communicate research process and outcomes clearly and effectively to a range of audiences. You will also have an interest in the impacts of transport on economic growth, social inclusion, climate change, and public health.

The Package:

In return, as well as a competitive salary, other benefits are:
• 28 days holiday per annum plus bank holidays
• Access to the local government pension scheme
• Access to various salary sacrifice benefits, including Travel Pass purchase scheme



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