Manager, Physics Workforce

TPP RECRUITMENT; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shape team development

Exposure to senior stakeholders

Manage Project Officer

Impact UK & Ireland

Job summary

TPP Recruitment is supporting a professional membership organisation to recruit a Manager, Physics Workforce. This role focuses on developing an evidence base for workforce needs, translating data into insights for policy influence, and guiding strategic decisions across the UK and Ireland.

You will lead research, engage senior stakeholders and manage a Project Officer, contributing to workforce development and policy outcomes at a pivotal stage of growth.

Qualifications

• Understanding of the workforce, skills and higher education ecosystem.
• Knowledge of educational pathways, workforce development issues and skills policy.
• Experience using data, research and stakeholder insight to inform decision-making.
• Ability to translate complex data and evidence into compelling stories and recommendations.
• Excellent written, verbal and presentation skills.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship-building experience.
• Strategic thinking with ability to identify solutions and opportunities.
• Experience managing multiple priorities and projects simultaneously.
• Genuine interest in workforce development, policy and evidence-led decision making.

Responsibilities

• Lead research activity focused on workforce needs, skills shortages and talent development.
• Build and maintain a strong evidence base informing policy, strategy and priorities.
• Analyze quantitative and qualitative data and convert findings into engaging narratives.
• Produce research reports, insights, thought leadership content and briefing materials.
• Support advocacy by providing evidence to influence decision-makers.
• Develop relationships with stakeholders across education, business and policy sectors.
• Identify emerging workforce trends and opportunities; manage a Project Officer.
• Contribute to business planning, project delivery and continuous improvement.
• Support cross-organisational collaboration to maximise impact.

Skills

Workforce development knowledge

Stakeholder engagement

Policy influence

Data analysis

Research skills

Presentation skills

Job description

Are you passionate about shaping the future workforce and ensuring critical sectors have access to the skills they need to thrive?

TPP Recruitment is supporting a respected professional membership organisation to recruit a Manager, Physics Workforce. This is an exciting opportunity to join a newly established and growing team at a pivotal stage in its development.

You will play a crucial role in building the evidence base that informs workforce planning, skills development and policy influence across the UK and Ireland.

This position would suit someone with a strong understanding of the skills, workforce and higher education landscape, who enjoys combining research, stakeholder engagement and data analysis to drive meaningful impact.

Salary

£50,000 - £52,000 per annum, depending on experience

Employment type

Permanent

Working arrangements

Hybrid - approximately once per month office based (London)

Working pattern

Full-time, 35 hours per week

Other benefits

• Opportunity to help shape a developing team and influence ways of working
• Exposure to senior stakeholders across education, industry, policy and government
• Opportunity to manage and develop a Project Officer
• Meaningful work that contributes to skills development and workforce growth across the UK and Ireland

About the Organisation

Our client is a leading professional membership body with a mission focused on supporting education, developing future talent and ensuring skills-based sectors have access to the diverse workforce they need.

They work closely with employers, education providers, policymakers and industry leaders to improve skills pipelines, influence workforce policy and create opportunities for future generations. Their work has significant impact across education, workforce development and economic growth.

About the Role

As the Manager, Physics Workforce, you will support the development of a robust evidence base around workforce needs, skills shortages and future talent requirements. You will use research, stakeholder intelligence and data analysis to identify key challenges and opportunities, translating complex information into compelling insights that influence decision-makers.

You will be joining a team that was established at the end of 2025 and is continuing to evolve. This creates an excellent opportunity to contribute to team culture, processes and ways of working whilst taking ownership of strategically important projects.

The role includes line management responsibility for a Project Officer and offers the chance to work with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders, including policymakers, employers, education providers and sector leaders.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead research activity focused on workforce needs, skills shortages and talent development
• Build and maintain a strong evidence base that informs policy, strategy and organisational priorities
• Analyse quantitative and qualitative data and convert findings into engaging, accessible narratives
• Produce research reports, insights, thought leadership content and briefing materials
• Support advocacy activities by providing evidence and insights to influence decision-makers
• Develop relationships with stakeholders across education, skills, business and policy sectors
• Identify emerging workforce trends and opportunitiesManage and develop a Project Officer
• Contribute to business planning, project delivery and continuous improvement initiatives
• Support cross-organisational collaboration to maximise impact and outcomes

Skills / Experience Required

• Strong understanding of the workforce, skills and higher education ecosystem
• Knowledge of educational pathways, workforce development issues and skills policy
• Experience using data, research and stakeholder insight to inform decision-making
• Ability to translate complex data and evidence into compelling stories and recommendations
• Excellent written, verbal and presentation skills
• Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship-building experience
• Strategic thinking skills with the ability to identify solutions and opportunities
• Experience managing multiple priorities and projects simultaneously
• A genuine interest in workforce development, skills policy and evidence-led decision making.

Interview Process

Interviews will take place online on 16th September 2026 and will consist of:

• A presentation / task
• Competency-based and behavioural interview questions

There is one interview stage only.

Deadline

• Monday 7th September 2026, 9am

We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.