Senior Research Fellow (Human Rights, Public Law Charity)
Location:
Newport, United Kingdom
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)
Location: Can be remote within England under flexible working policy
Civitas Charity Recruitment is working with an independent national legal charity seeking a Senior Research Fellow to join its research team. The organisation focuses on legal research, policy, litigation, and training to promote justice and fairness for disadvantaged individuals.
This role involves leading impactful research supporting access to justice and influencing legal reforms. The successful candidate will collaborate with experienced colleagues and contribute to a vision of a fairer society. The role requires empirical research skills, strategic thinking, and the ability to translate findings into action.
Who we are looking for
We seek someone with a strong understanding of public and administrative law, experience in designing impactful empirical research, and effective communication skills. Experience in developing policy, working with external partners, and funding bids is desirable. Commitment to equity, collaboration, and courage is essential. Lived experience or previous work with marginalized communities is an asset.
Additional Details
This is a permanent role based in London with flexible working options. It can be full-time or part-time (minimum 28 hours/week). Salary is £45,669 per annum, with benefits including a 10% employer pension contribution after one year, 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, and flexible working from day one.
How to Apply
Complete the application form and send it to [email protected]. For queries, call 020 7971 1072. The closing date is Sunday, 24 August 2025, at 11:59 pm. Interviews are scheduled for 8 and 9 September, with final interviews (if needed) on 18 September.
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