Re:State is recruiting for a new Research Assistant to join its small and passionate team on a six-month internship, ideally on a full-time basis.

The successful candidate will assist in producing authoritative research, as well as supporting the broader activities of Re:State, including events and communications. They will be a dynamic and motivated individual with some research experience and strong communication skills.

Re:State is a cross-party, strictly independent research charity. It is the leading think tank at the heart of Whitehall and Westminster’s efforts to transform public services. We believe in their power to help people flourish, strengthen communities and support a strong, dynamic economy.

We believe in a State that acts in the long-term interests of its citizens, ensuring services are outcomes-driven and sustainable, and based on a fair funding settlement and sound public finances for current and future generations.

The Research Assistant will support Re:State’s research team in drafting literature reviews, sourcing data and undertaking ad hoc policy analysis. They will work across Re:State’s different workstreams, and contribute to Re:State’s impact by producing comms and report launch assets, assisting with the weekly newsletter and snap analyses, and generating event ideas. The successful candidate will be encouraged to take initiative and get stuck in supporting all areas of Re:State’s activities.

ABOUT YOU

This is an exciting role, in a small team, with significant potential for growth.

It is essential that candidates are able to demonstrate:

• Some experience of conducting research on public policy (this can be during studies) and an understanding of different research methodologies
• Good organisational and administrative skills, including in prioritising tasks
• An ability to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Commitment to building and maintaining good professional relationships
• Excellent attention to detail
• A positive and can-do approach
• Enthusiasm and commitment to Re:State’s mission