Research Manager

RoSPA; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

RoSPA seeks a Research Manager to lead impactful research initiatives that inform policy and public health agendas. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, project management expertise, and the ability to communicate effectively with various stakeholders. This position offers long-term employment in a reputable charity with opportunities for personal and professional development within a supportive team.

Benefits

Pension scheme

Holiday purchase

Bikes2Work scheme

Car leasing scheme

Workplace Nursery scheme

Health Cash Plan

Gym/spa discounts

25 days leave plus bank holidays

Interactive staff days

Free parking in central Birmingham

Qualifications

• Experience in researching, data gathering and analysis, and writing reports.
• Knowledge of quantitative & qualitative evaluation techniques.
• Ability to present information clearly.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and delivery of RoSPA’s research programme.
• Ensure policy work is driven by robust evidence.
• Build relationships with diverse stakeholders and media.

Skills

Communication

Data Analysis

Project Management

Relationship Building

Education

Degree or equivalent

Job description

Research Manager

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Are you looking for a meaningful and substantial role, where your research will save lives? How about the opportunity to ensure a respected, heritage charity with a strong voice in Parliament and excellent stakeholder networks can deliver real change in both the political and public arenas?

For over 100 years The Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents, (RoSPA),has consistently led the way in promoting safety at home, work, leisure, and on the road.From our road safety origins in the First World War, we’ve grown into a uniquely well-roundedcharity covering safety everywhere from factory floors and building sites, to at sea, on the road, and in the playground. While our roots remain firmly in the UK, we increasingly use our influence to save lives across the globe.

As a registered charity, we existto stop the needless loss and devastation caused by accidents, as we strive for our vision ofLife, free from serious accidental injury. Now is an exciting time to join, as it is more important than ever that our voice is heard, and our messages resonate. From offices to ocean, roads to restaurants, and transport to toys our policy and research work is far ranging and impactful. Last year, RoSPA research led to more than 30 meetings with members of Government, 2 changes to UK policy, and was covered by over 4,000 press pieces with an estimated133,620,000 views.

We are currently recruiting for a Research Manager tooversee the development of RoSPA’s research, ensuring that our policy work is driven by a robust evidence base. As Research Manager you will be responsible developing, delivering, and leading RoSPA’s research programme. From setting out strategy to collating, analysing and delivering wide-ranging, novel and robust research which drives RoSPA’s policy, public health, and campaigning agenda. In return we will offer you real scope to make the position and research agenda your own.

So, are you …?

• Able to lead a research programme across a broad range of policy areas and issues?
• A skilled programme manager who can create, define and deliver to an agreed workplan?
• Able to see the big picture, horizon scan and spot and align opportunities?
• Experienced inbuilding relationships with partners based on mutually beneficial sharing of effort?
• Skilled in communicating effectively with a diverse range of stakeholders both verbally and in writing?
• Able to engage proactively with the media and political stakeholders in Government and the civil service?

Do you have …?

• A degree (orequivalent)?
• Demonstrable experience of researching, data gathering and analysis, reviewing and writing reports, research papers, etc?
• Knowledge of quantitative & qualitative evaluation techniques?
• The ability to present information clearly and concisely?

If so,we can offer you:

• Stable and long-term employment, with a leading name in the safety sector, enjoying an unrivalled reach and reputation
• A meaningful role with aglobally impactful organisation.
• The opportunity to join a supportive, friendly and committed team, and to contribute to a life-changing charitable mission.
• Opportunities for training and professional development to help build your career.
• Salary sacrifice benefits (including pension scheme, holiday purchase, Bikes2Work, car leasing scheme and Workplace Nursery scheme).
• Other staff benefits include GP line, Health Cash Plan (including Employee Assistance Programme and gym/spa discounts), hybrid working, 25 days leave plus bank holidays (increasing with service).
• Interactive staff days and free parking in a central Birmingham location.

The post holder will be required to work flexible hours and travel/work away from home on occasion (some overnight stays will be necessary). The ability to attend evening events in Westminster would be a benefit but not essential. A post graduate qualification or a qualification would be preferred but is not essential for the role.

Closing date:close of business on Tuesday 26th June 2025.

The RoSPA values:

• Respectful
• Open and Independent
• Staff Empowerment
• Prevention in Proportion
• Able and Ambitious

We believe in these qualities and hope that you will identify with them.

Applicants should be aware that RoSPA may undertake searches on relevant social media websites as part of the selection process.

RoSPA is committed to ensuring equality, diversity and inclusion towards all applicants, and eliminating unlawful discrimination.