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Job Title:

Associate Director, Public Services

Employer:

IPPR

Pay:

£69,628 - £85,998 per annum

Location of the job:

London

Last day to apply:

13 November 2026

Role Summary

You will lead research about health, education, social care, and childcare.
You will help make new ideas to improve public services.
You will manage a team and work with others at IPPR.
You will share your work with government and the public.
You will find and keep funding for projects.

Key Tasks

Plan and guide public service research.
Create strong policy ideas to improve services.
Lead and support your team.
Work with partners like politicians and funders.
Speak at events and with the media.

Skills and Experience

Knowledge of public services like health or education.
Experience doing research and influencing policy.
Good at leading people and projects.
Strong communication skills.
Able to raise funds and manage budgets.

Pay and Hours

Salary from £69,628 to £85,998 per year, based on experience.
Full-time permanent job.
Includes extra benefits.

Location and Workplace

Work is in London, Westminster office.
Hybrid working: about 40% in office, rest can be from home.
Flexible working arrangements possible.

How to Apply

Download the full job information from the IPPR website.
Fill in the equal opportunities form: https://forms.gle/QCdFdfNLSg4Ag9ND9
Send your application by 11:30am GMT on 13 November 2026.
Interviews will be in London on 25 and 26 November 2026.
A possible second interview is on 9 December 2026.

Checklist for Applicants

Do you have experience in public services research?
Have you prepared your application before the closing date?
Did you fill the equal opportunities form?
Can you attend interviews in London?

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