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 Grantham Research Institute:

Policy Fellow (India-International Team)
Policy Analyst (Adaptation Finance in EMDEs)
Policy Fellow (Just Transition Finance Lab – Financial Sector)
Senior Policy Fellow (Global Impact Group)
Policy Fellow (Global Impact Group)
Policy Analyst (Global Impact Group)

Policy Fellow (India-International Team)

Salary from £53,204 to £61,301 pa inclusive, with potential to progress to £68,119 pa inclusive of London allowance
This is a fixed term appointment until 27 November 2026

The Grantham Research Institute on Climate Change and the Environment has established a new specialist sub-centre, the Centre for Economic Transition Expertise (CETEx). CETEx focuses on leveraging, strengthening and amplifying research, as well as developing well targeted policy analysis and other outputs by convening policymakers and providing technical support, assistance and capacity-building. This new centre will support the reforms necessary to deliver sustainable, inclusive and resilient economies and financial systems across Europe and selected emerging market economies. The centre will recruit, host, and convene leading experts and stakeholders from academia, central banks, supervisors, finance and economic ministries, and international organisations to work together, develop tailored policy proposals and recommendations, and publish high-quality research and policy outputs.

The postholder will lead an ambitious programme that provides research and technical support to monetary or fiscal policymakers in India, with the opportunity to work in other emerging markets and developing economies (EMDEs). As a Policy Fellow within CETEx, they will conduct research, develop policies and lead engagements that help policymakers develop and implement policies that accelerate an inclusive, low-carbon and climate-resilient transition. The postholder will employ their reputation for rigorous policy-related research and related activities at a senior level to ensure that research outputs have demonstrable impact and inform policy.

Candidates should have a postgraduate degree in finance, economics, climate/environmental governance, environmental/ecological economics, public/social policy or a closely related field, by post start date, with experience working on environmental-related policy issues in India, and excellent understanding of issues facing EMDEs in the green transition and the impact of environmental risks and opportunities on financial and macroeconomic stability. Candidates should also have experience working closely with or within a monetary, fiscal or economic policymaker such as a central bank, financial regulator, finance ministry or a public finance institution, preferably on environmental risks or opportunities or other sustainability challenges. Candidates should also have experience in leading outputs (e.g. reports, briefings, events) that achieve impact by influencing policymakers, preferably on environment-related issues, as well as experience organising workshops or roundtable events bringing together stakeholders across different expertise to bridge the academic-policy gap. Flexibility to travel and engage independently with high level policymakers and present at workshops, conferences and other events is essential.

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

We are happy to discuss flexible working requests for this role.

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Applications need to be made online via the LSE jobs site

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 25 May 2025 (23.59 UK time). Regrettably, we are unable to accept any late applications.

Policy Analyst (Adaptation Finance in EMDEs)

Salary from £42,679 to £51,000 pa inclusive with potential to progress to £54,730 pa inclusive of London allowance
This is a fixed term appointment until 27 November 2026

The Grantham Research Institute on Climate Change and the Environment has established a new specialist sub-centre, the Centre for Economic Transition Expertise (CETEx). CETEx focuses on leveraging, strengthening and amplifying research, as well as developing well targeted policy analysis and other outputs by convening policymakers and providing technical support, assistance and capacity-building. This new centre will support the reforms necessary to deliver sustainable, inclusive and resilient economies and financial systems across Europe and selected emerging market and developing economies. The centre will recruit, host, and convene leading experts and stakeholders from academia, central banks, supervisors, finance and economic ministries, and international organisations to work together, develop tailored policy proposals and recommendations, and publish high-quality research and policy outputs.

The postholder will work on policy and research projects within a newly established EMDE programme at CETEx as a Policy Analyst. The new programme is focussed on developing policies and conducting engagements that will support policymakers in EMDEs such as India. The postholder will employ their reputation for rigorous and policy-oriented research and related activities to ensure that outputs have demonstrable impact and inform the monetary, financial, fiscal, economic, trade or industrial policy of beneficiary countries.

Candidates should have a postgraduate degree in finance, economics, climate/environment-related governance, environmental/ecological economics, public/social policy or a closely related field, by post start date. It is essential that candidates have experience working on environment-related policy issues in an emerging market or developing economy such as India. Candidates should have a very good understanding of the impact of physical environmental risks and opportunities on financial stability, inflation and other macroeconomic variables such as GDP, employment, fiscal revenues or debt sustainability. Furthermore, candidates should have demonstrable understanding of issues facing EMDEs in the green transition, such as debt sustainability, socioeconomic development priorities, climate adaptation and resilience investment needs, financial inclusion, financial market development or macro-financial and -economic risks related to nature, currency or capital flight.

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

We are happy to discuss flexible working requests for this role.

Interested in applying?

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Applications need to be made online via the LSE jobs site

The closing date for receipt of applications is Sunday 25 May (23.59 UK time). Regrettably, we are unable to accept any late applications.

Policy Fellow (Just Transition Finance Lab – Financial Sector)

Salary from £53,204 to £61,301 pa inclusive, with potential to progress to £68,119 pa inclusive of London allowance.
This is a fixed term appointment until 31 December 2026, with a possibility of extension subject to further funding

The Just Transition Finance Lab at the Grantham Research Institute on Climate Change and the Environment is a centre for experimentation and excellence in the financial solutions needed for a just transition to a net zero and nature positive economy. The Lab seeks to appoint up to two policy fellows to contribute to its research and engagement programmes focused on enabling the just transition through finance.

The primary responsibilities of this role are to deliver high quality research to strengthen the Lab’s knowledge foundations in just transition finance and identify how the Lab’s activities can contribute to the transformation of the financial system to support a just transition. The role will support the development of solutions for financing a just transition through rigorous research and policy-oriented analyses. The role also includes stakeholder engagement, managing networks and participating in strategic initiatives within the Lab and broader institutional frameworks.

Candidates should have a postgraduate degree in a finance, economics, climate science, climate policymaking, climate economics or a closely related field. The candidate(s) will also have good financial sector experience in public institutions, or in private investment, regulatory, think-tank or research-based roles. The candidate(s) will have a proven track record of authoring and leading high-quality research and outputs (e.g. reports, briefings, events) that achieve impact and influence, and demonstrable experience of delivering impact and influence with financial sector actors through evidence-based approaches. The candidate(s) should also have good project management skills, including supervising staff and integrating and managing the contribution of senior colleagues and external partners.

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

Interested in applying?

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The closing date for receipt of applications is Sunday 25 May 2025 (23.59 UK time). Regrettably, we are unable to accept any late applications.

Senior Policy Fellow (Global Impact Group)

Salary from £62,495 to £72,152 p.a. inclusive with potential to progress to £79,809 inclusive of London allowance.
This is a fixed term appointment for 3 years

This role will work jointly between the Global School of Sustainability and the Grantham Research Institute on Climate Change and the Environment. It offers an exciting opportunity to lead the Secretariat for the Global Impact Group, supporting high-level international policymaking on sustainable growth and development, shaping global agendas on climate, energy, and resilience.

The Senior Policy Fellow will develop and implement strategies that inform global policymaking on sustainable growth and development. The role involves managing key work programmes, engaging with high-level decision-makers, and coordinating impactful research and policy initiatives across both institutions.

Candidates should have a PHD or equivalent experience in economics or a related field by the post start date and a detailed knowledge and understanding of issues relating to climate, energy, economics, and development. Extensive experience of working with or within policy institutions at the highest levels on issues relating to climate, energy, economics, and development. Experience of engaging with high-level international decision-making networks. Excellent communication skills, both written and oral, in English, with the ability to communicate technical issues to non-technical audiences.

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

Interested in applying?

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The closing date for receipt of applications is 18 May 2025 (23.59 UK time). Regrettably, we are unable to accept any late applications.

Policy Fellow (Global Impact Group)

Salary is from £53, 204 to £61,301pa inclusive with potential to progress to £68,119pa inclusive of London allowance
This is a fixed term appointment for 3 years, with potential to extend subject to funding

This post, based in the Global School of Sustainability and working closely with the Grantham Research Institute on Climate Change and the Environment, offers an exciting opportunity to support the Global Impact Group, chaired by Professor Lord Nicolas Stern. The role focuses on conducting high-quality policy analysis and engagement to inform global decision-making on climate, energy, and sustainable development.

Launched in January 2025, the Global School will become a centre of expertise, informing policy, helping to rapidly and equitably create the economic growth, social inclusion and environmental protections crucial to ensuring a sustainable future, while convening global experts and training the future generation of leaders. It builds on and complements further the pathbreaking work of the Grantham Research Institute for Climate Change and the Environment and existing outstanding contributions from academic departments and researchers across LSE. The Global Impact Group draws in external expertise to support real world impact. It will partner with key international financial institutions, governments and private sector stakeholders to help drive investment and finance for a sustainable future.

The Policy Fellow will conduct rigorous, policy-oriented analysis and engagement, collaborating with the Global School of Sustainability and the Grantham Research Institute to support the Global Impact Group’s strategic initiatives. The role involves producing high-quality research outputs, coordinating key events, and engaging with senior decision-makers to inform global policy on climate, energy, and sustainable development.

Candidates should have detailed knowledge and understanding of climate change, energy, economic and development policies, particularly in emerging market and developing countries. Experience in conducting user-oriented analysis and engaging with decision-makers in the public, private and third sectors. Excellent communication skills, both written and oral, in English with the ability to communicate technical issues to a non-technical audience with an ability to work with others at all levels of seniority.

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
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Applications need to be made online via the LSE jobs site

The closing date for receipt of applications is 18 May 2025 (23.59 UK time). Regrettably, we are unable to accept any late applications.

Policy Analyst (Global Impact Group)

Salary from £42,679 to £51,000 pa inclusive with potential to progress to £54,730 pa inclusive of London allowance.
This is an open ended subject to funding contract for 3 years.

This joint post between the Global School of Sustainability and the Grantham Research Institute on Climate Change and the Environment offers an exciting opportunity to support the Global Impact Group. The role focuses on conducting high-quality policy analysis and engagement to inform global decision-making on climate, energy, and sustainable development.

The Policy Analyst will conduct data-driven research and policy analysis, working closely with the Global School of Sustainability and the Grantham Research Institute to support the Global Impact Group’s initiatives on climate, energy, and sustainable development. The role involves preparing high-quality reports, analysing large datasets, and engaging with key stakeholders to inform global policymaking and drive impactful discussions.

The successful candidate should have a master’s degree in finance, economics, climate science, climate policymaking, climate economics or a closely related field by the post start date. They will also have excellent economic analysis skills and experience of analysing large datasets. Knowledge and experience across a range of climate change-related disciplines, particularly climate change economics and policy. Experience of drafting reports and editing. Ability to communicate complex ideas and technical issues to a range of different non-technical audiences.

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 job description
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Applications need to be made online via the LSE jobs site

The closing date for receipt of applications is 18 May 2025 23.59 (UK time). Regrettably, we are unable to accept any late applications.

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