Housing Policy Researcher for Parliament

House of Commons; City of Westminster; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A parliamentary institution seeks a passionate Housing Researcher to provide impartial, evidence-based analysis on housing issues. You will support MPs and contribute to policy discussions by turning complex information into clear briefings. The ideal candidate has expertise in housing, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively within a hybrid model. The role offers an attractive benefits package, including generous leave and a strong pension scheme.

Benefits

30 days annual leave increasing to 35

Civil Service pension scheme with 27% employer contribution

Enhanced maternity and paternity leave options

Qualifications

• Ability to evaluate the reliability of sources and draw evidence-based conclusions.
• Expertise in areas such as leasehold law or housing standards.
• Strong communication skills in writing and speaking.

Responsibilities

• Provide evidence-based analysis on housing issues.
• Support MPs with research and constituency casework.
• Produce authoritative briefings and maintain knowledge of housing topics.

Skills

Critical analysis

Expertise in tenancy rights

Effective communication

Workload management

Collaborative teamwork

Job description

A parliamentary institution seeks a passionate Housing Researcher to provide impartial, evidence-based analysis on housing issues. You will support MPs and contribute to policy discussions by turning complex information into clear briefings. The ideal candidate has expertise in housing, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively within a hybrid model. The role offers an attractive benefits package, including generous leave and a strong pension scheme.