Senior Research Fellow (Human Rights, Public Law Charity) - Manchester
Job Details
* Location: Manchester, United Kingdom (remote within England under flexible working policy)
* Job Category: Other
* EU work permit required: Yes
* Job Views: 1
* Posted: 22.08.2025
* Expiry Date: 06.10.2025
Job Description
Senior Research Fellow (Legal Charity)
Civitas Charity Recruitment is seeking a Senior Research Fellow to join an independent national legal charity dedicated to ensuring individuals facing disadvantage can access justice and hold power to account. The charity's work encompasses legal research, policy, litigation, and training, aiming to improve public decision-making and fairness in society.
This role offers the opportunity to lead impactful research supporting access to justice and influencing administrative law reform. The successful candidate will collaborate with experienced colleagues and contribute to a vision of a fairer, more inclusive society. The role requires empirical research skills, strategic thinking, and the ability to translate findings into action.
Candidate Profile
We seek someone with a strong understanding of public and administrative law, awareness of barriers faced by marginalized communities, and a proven track record in impactful empirical research. Experience in policy development, external collaboration, and funding applications is desirable. Commitment to equity, collaboration, and courage is essential. Lived experience or previous work with marginalized groups is a plus.
Additional Information
This is a permanent position based in London with flexible working options. It can be full-time or part-time (minimum 28 hours/week). Salary: £45,669 per year, with eligibility for a cost-of-living uplift. Benefits include a 10% employer pension contribution after one year, 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, and flexible working from day one.
Application Process
Interested candidates should complete the application form and send it to [emailprotected]. For inquiries, call 020 7971 1072. The application deadline is Sunday, 24 August 2025, 11:59 PM. Interviews are scheduled for 8 and 9 September, with a possible final interview on 18 September.
#J-18808-Ljbffr