Senior Research Fellow (Human Rights, Public Law Charity), Leicester
Job Description:
Position: 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 highly respected research team. The organization works to ensure that individuals facing disadvantage can hold power to account and access justice. Its work spans legal research, policy, litigation, and training, focusing on improving public decision-making and fairness in society.
This role offers the opportunity to lead high-quality 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 position requires empirical research expertise, 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 and awareness of barriers to justice faced by many people. You should have a proven track record in designing and delivering impactful empirical research and be comfortable communicating your work to diverse audiences. Experience in developing research-informed policy, working with external partners, and contributing to funding bids is desirable. A commitment to equity, collaboration, and courage is essential. Lived experience or prior work with marginalized communities would be an asset.
Additional Details:
* Type: Permanent
* Location: London (flexible working options available)
* Hours: Full-time or part-time (minimum 28 hours/week)
* Salary: £45,669 per annum plus cost-of-living uplift
* Benefits: 10% employer pension contribution after one year, 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, flexible working from day one
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should complete the application form and send it to [emailprotected]. 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 a possible final interview on 18 September.
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