Work with us - Grantham Research Institute on climate change and the environment

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We are currently advertising for the following posts at the Institute:

Senior Policy Fellow, Earth Capital Nexus
Research Project Manager

Senior Policy Fellow, Earth Capital Nexus

Salary from £63,370 to £73,163 pa inclusive with potential to progress to £80,927 pa inclusive of London allowance
This is a fixed term appointment until 30/09/2027

The Grantham Research Institute is a world-leading centre for the study of the economics and social sciences of climate change and other global environmental problems, based at the London School of Economics and Political Science. The Institute’s work has been recognised through the award of the Queen’s Anniversary Prize for Higher and Further Education 2020-22.

EarthCap Nexus brings together world-leading research, technical expertise, and convening power to address a critical blind spot in today’s economy – the invisibility of natural capital and people in financial and economic decision-making. Its mission is to align finance and economic systems with climate, nature and societal goals, catalysing finance for sustainable, inclusive growth and resilience, particularly in emerging markets and developing economies (EMDEs).

Working closely with Professor Nicola Ranger and the EarthCap team, the post holder will play a leading role in delivering rigorous, research-based, user-focused and policy-oriented analysis on the relationships between natural capital, growth, resilience and economic development. The Senior Policy Fellow will contribute to the design and delivery of applied high-quality and policy-relevant research to better understand how natural capital contributes to economic performance, fiscal stability and financial resilience and the opportunities for mobilising public and private investment in nature. The role will also involve leading research workstreams, engaging with policy, financial and corporate stakeholders, and translating analytical insights into practical policy recommendations.

Candidates should have:

A master’s degree, or equivalent professional experience, in economics, finance, environmental policy, law, data science, or a related field.
Substantial experience conducting research-based, user-focused and policy-oriented analysis, ideally with knowledge of climate- and nature-related financial risks, corporate sustainability, or data-driven policy analytics.
Demonstrated ability to synthesise and communicate complex analytical insights clearly, accurately and accessibly to policy, business and financial audiences.
Experience leading, managing or coordinating projects or workstreams involving multiple partners or stakeholders, with clear delivery milestones.

We offer an occupational pension scheme, generous annual leave and excellent training and development opportunities.

Interested in applying

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Applications need to be made online via the LSE Jobs page

If you have any technical queries with applying on the online system, please use the “contact us” links at the bottom of the LSE Jobs page. Should you have any queries about the role, please email gri.hr@lse.ac.uk

The closing date for receipt of applications is 1 April 2026 (23.59 UK time). Regrettably, we are unable to accept any late applications.

Research Project Manager

Salary from £43,277 to £51,714 pa inclusive with potential to progress to £55,497 pa inclusive of London allowance
This is a fixed term appointment for 2 years

The Grantham Research Institute is a world-leading centre for the study of the economics and social sciences of climate change and other global environmental problems. We are seeking to recruit a Research Project Manger to join our excellent professional services team and take lead operational responsibility for the effective management of the Institute’s physical resources and the delivery of a varied portfolio of internal research events.

The Project Manager will coordinate and plan for delivery of the operational components of the Institute’s Research. Working closely with Principal Investigators (PI) and the Institute Manager the role covers a wide range of project management, delivery, communication, and governance activities. They will also be responsible in supporting the Institute Manager in the financial management of the GRI core funding, including monitoring of expenditure and forecasting.

Applicants should have:

Demonstrable experience of working in a university environment, or equivalent demonstrable project management experience of research activity.
Experience of financial and budget management, including use of Excel or equivalent software to monitor project expenditure and produce financial reports
Excellent organizational skills with the ability to streamline project components
Ability to exercise initiative in responding independently to unforeseen problems and situations
Strong communication and interpersonal skills

We offer an occupational pension scheme, generous annual leave, hybrid working and excellent training and development opportunities.

Interested in applying?

Download the how to apply document
Download the job description
Download the person specification
Applications need to be made online via the LSE Jobs site

The closing date for receipt of applications is 23 March 2026 (23.59 UK time). Regrettably, we are unable to accept any late applications.

We anticipate a high level of interest in this position and may close the advert once a sufficient number of applications are received. If you delete or withdraw your application, you will not be able to re-apply for this vacancy.

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