Job Title:
Deputy Executive Director
Location of the job:
London
Employer:
IPPR
Salary:
£95,000 to £115,000 per annum
Last day to apply:
18 October 2026
Role Summary
- You will be the Deputy Executive Director at IPPR.
- IPPR is a UK think tank that studies important social and political issues.
- You will help lead the team and guide IPPR’s plans and work.
- This is a full-time job based in London.
- You can work some days from home.
Key Tasks
- Support the Executive Director and senior team.
- Lead senior staff and help build strong teams.
- Create a work culture where everyone feels included.
- Make sure research is high quality and influences politics.
- Build good relationships with important people outside IPPR.
- Help get funding and keep IPPR running well.
Skills And Experience
- Experience leading in a think tank, charity, or similar group.
- Good at managing people and helping teams do well.
- Know how to lead research that makes a real difference.
- Understand UK politics and how to influence change.
- Experience raising money and working with funders.
- Good communication and teamwork skills.
- Care about IPPR’s mission for justice and progress.
Pay And Hours
- Salary is between £95,000 and £115,000 per year.
- This depends on your experience.
- The job is full time with benefits.
Location And Workplace
- The main office is in Westminster, London.
- You will work at least 40% of your time in the office.
- You can work the rest of the time from home.
- Flexible working arrangements can be discussed.
How To Apply
- Download the information pack and application details from IPPR’s website.
- Fill out the equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) form if you can.
- Send your application by 23:30 on Sunday 18 October 2026.
- Interviews will be in London on 2 and 3 November 2026.
- A second interview may happen on 9 November 2026.
Checklist For Applicants
- Do you have leadership experience?
- Can you work well with others and manage teams?
- Are you familiar with UK politics and policy work?
- Can you communicate clearly and build good relationships?
- Have you checked the job details on the website?
- Have you sent your application and EDI form on time?
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