Policy Researcher

4 weeks ago


Manchester, United Kingdom Michael Page (UK) Full time

My client is a major public sector organisation. They work tirelessly towards improving the transport infrastructure and connectivity across Northern England. Their focus is on planning and implementing transport strategies that will drive economic growth in the North.

The Policy and Strategy Officer role will provide professional support in the development and delivery of the STP and its associated policy positions.
You will be expected to provide impactful strategic and policy advice internally, and work closely with external partners and stakeholders to support their strategic thinking and policy planning.
You will be expected to build strong relationships, internally and externally and be able to influence, shape and challenge across the strategy and policy sphere.
As Policy and Strategy Officer you will be responsible for initiating and co-ordinating the development and implementation of new and existing initiatives, shaping my client's on-going evidence base development particularly in relation to spatial planning, economic development and local connectivity.
You will be a key member of a multi-disciplinary team, playing an active part in scoping and defining the role pan northern transport investment and my client's plan in supporting the implementation of local plans. The successful candidate will have experience of working in transport strategy and policy development (or in a related area of local economic development and planning), working in complex situations and in the development and approval of policies, strategies or business cases. It is imperative that you also have a good understanding of national and regional policy context, transport policy and regulatory frameworks and experience of contract and procurement management.
As a confident communicator, you will have the ability to engage - in written and verbal format - with and influence a wide range of stakeholders, partners and senior colleagues alongside representing my client in public, professional and stakeholder forums.
Above all else, my client is looking for someone who's passionate about improving outcomes for people and communities across the North.


  • Director of Policy

    4 weeks ago


    Leigh, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom SRA International Full time

    Pennington Biomedical Research Center , a world-renowned academic research institute of Louisiana State University, is seeking a Director of Sponsored Projects in the Administration division. The Director of Sponsored Projects will provide leadership, oversight, and management of the Office of Sponsored Projects. Major Responsibilities Design, lead and...


  • Manchester, United Kingdom The University of Manchester Full time

    Applications are invited for a Research Associate/Fellow in Business and Energy, ideally starting in May 2024. You will join the £3.54m Future Homes project funded by the UKs innovation agency, Innovate UK. The Future Homes project aims to create a globally competitive centre for research and innovation in net zero housing in Greater Manchester. The...

  • Research Analyst

    4 weeks ago


    Manchester, United Kingdom Politika And Consilium Research Institute Pvt. Ltd. Full time

    Company Description Politika And Consilium Research Institute is an independent and non-partisan startup think tank based in New Delhi. Our focus is on meticulous academic and scientific in-depth analysis and research in the field of Public Policy and International Relations. We empower India's perspective in the rapidly evolving global geopolitics and...


  • Manchester, United Kingdom Manchester Metropolitan University Full time

    The Manchester Metropolitan University has made a strategic investment in sports research and education, including the creation of the Sport Policy Unit in the Faculty of Business and Law, and a new Institute of Sport, which opened in September 2022. The Sport Policy Unit (SPU) is part of the Department of People and Performance. We are seeking an...


  • Manchester, United Kingdom Manchester Metropolitan University Full time

    The Manchester Metropolitan University has made a strategic investment in sports research and education, including the creation of the Sport Policy Unit in the Faculty of Business and Law, and a new Institute of Sport, which opened in September 2022. The Sport Policy Unit (SPU) is part of the Department of People and Performance. We are seeking an...

  • Csr Researcher

    7 days ago


    Manchester, United Kingdom NQC Full time

    NQC is a successful and growing software company specialising in supply chain risk management platforms. We’re in the ‘Tech for Good’ space, providing online web platforms which are in use by some of the largest organisations across a number of industries including the UK Government and the Automotive industry. Based in central Manchester, NQC offers...

  • Researcher

    4 weeks ago


    Manchester, United Kingdom Morris Hargreaves McIntyre Full time

    As a Researcher you'll deliver actionable insight for our clients. You'll work collaboratively as part of multiple project teams. You'll proactively build our client relationships, and develop new business opportunities from new and existing clients. Here’s a snapshot of what you’ll do: - Manage consultancy and research projects from start to finish,...


  • Manchester, United Kingdom Manchester Metropolitan University - Economics, Policy and International Business Full time

    Lecturer (Sports Business Management) With an international reputation for the practical application of management education, we place real value in commercial collaboration, teaching innovation and nurturing entrepreneurship among our students. We have experts in a wide range of disciplines and embrace our vision of developing our students into highly...

  • Senior Policy Officer

    4 weeks ago


    Manchester, United Kingdom Agility Resoucing Full time

    Permanent The job requires a senior manager with experience in transport and/or economic growth strategy and policy development. You will be responsible for building strong relationships both internally and externally, and influencing, shaping, and challenging the strategy and policy sphere to drive an integrated approach to freight and logistics and...

  • Biomedical Scientist

    3 weeks ago


    Manchester, United Kingdom Centre People Appointments Full time

    Stem Cell Research Scientist (MY45567) A fast-growing biotech start-up is looking for a Higher Scientist or Scientist to join their research team in Manchester. The company’s focus is on technological development of reproductive cells with iPS and ES cells. This is an amazing opportunity for those looking to join the commercial industry from academia...

  • Biomedical Scientist

    3 weeks ago


    Manchester, United Kingdom Centre People Appointments Full time

    Stem Cell Research Scientist (MY45567) A fast-growing biotech start-up is looking for a Higher Scientist or Scientist to join their research team in Manchester. The company’s focus is on technological development of reproductive cells with iPS and ES cells. This is an amazing opportunity for those looking to join the commercial industry from academia...

  • User Researcher

    7 days ago


    Manchester, United Kingdom Public Sector Resourcing Full time

    **User Researcher - Inside **IR35** **Contract Term: 6 Months** **Contracting Authority: DWP** **Location: Manchester, Blackpool or Newcastle** The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is responsible for welfare, pensions, and child maintenance policy. As the UK’s biggest public service department, it administers the State Pension and a range of...


  • Manchester, United Kingdom Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    The post holder will be the senior operational lead for the Research & Innovation service within the Trust and responsible for the contributing to the strategic development, management and co-ordination of the research and innovation activity of the Trust in the context of national policy initiatives and developments and national and European legislative...


  • Manchester, United Kingdom Prescient Healthcare Group Full time

    **About the Opportunity** Within our Commercial team, you’ll work closely with the Head of Research Operations to provide high quality research operations support to project teams on all projects involving primary research. You will be a key member of the project team inputting across all stages of the project, from initial receipt of the RFP to final...


  • Manchester, United Kingdom Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    The post is offered part-time only for 6 months, working 2 days per week (40% FTE). The post holder will be expected to have proven and substantial experience in conducting research; for example, by having previously assisted in the running of a funded research study and/or a postgraduate (Masters or PhD) study. The post-holder will receive line management...

  • Research Assistant

    4 weeks ago


    Manchester, United Kingdom Morris Hargreaves McIntyre Full time

    **About you and the role** As a Research Assistant you'll work collaboratively as part of multiple project teams to deliver actionable insights to our clients. Here’s a snapshot of what you’ll do: - Assist consultancy and research projects from start to finish. - Help to design qualitative and quantitative research tools that meet client objectives...


  • Manchester, United Kingdom Morris Hargreaves McIntyre Full time

    **Role purpose**: As a Quantitative Researcher, you'll undertake database set up and data analysis, working with project teams to deliver insightful, stimulating reports: manage the successful delivery of projects on time, on budget and to MHM’s high standards: help develop innovative data analysis processes; and contribute to a successful team...


  • Manchester, United Kingdom The Christie NHS FT Full time

    DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Receive and perform initial checks of all research-related contracts including but not limited to clinical trial agreements, confidential disclosure agreements and service level agreements Liaise closely with the Contracts Managers and the R&I Consultant Solicitor and other reviewers who are subject matter experts to aid timely...

  • Research Associate

    1 week ago


    Manchester, United Kingdom The University of Manchester Full time

    This is a full-time appointment starting 1 July 2024, or as soon as possible thereafter, and is for a fixed term until June 2027. Should the appointment prove successful, there is an opportunity for a further 4 years.The Manchester Cell Matrix Centre (MCMC) brings together diverse research groups with academic, technology and computational expertise to...

  • Senior Researcher

    3 weeks ago


    Manchester, United Kingdom Roke Full time

    Depending upon your experience you may be ready to step directly into a leadership position, or you may be supported by an established lead before taking on full responsibility. Working across a variety of projects, you will enjoy researching and characterising systems and technologies to understand how they work. You will enjoy using your expertise to...