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Editorial Manager
Policy Analyst (Banking), TPI Global Climate Transition Centre
Policy Fellow (CETEx Monetary and Financial Markets)
Editorial Manager
Salary from £43,277 to £51.714 p.a. inclusive with potential to progress to £55,497 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, based at the London School of Economics and Political Science.
Joining the Institute’s Communications team, the Editorial Manager will edit and project-manage the delivery of high-quality, high-impact policy reports and other outputs about climate change policy and other environmental issues aimed at decision-makers in the public, private and third sectors. This includes outputs from the Grantham Research Institute and its sub-centres: the Centre for Economic Transition Expertise (CETEx) and the Transition Pathway Initiative (TPI) Global Climate Transition Centre.
Proven ability to write, edit and proof-read copy to a very high standard of English, and to apply house style in reference to a set style guide, is essential. Candidates will have extensive experience of editing policy briefs and reports of lengths ranging from a few pages to 100 pages-plus and short-form articles such as blogs. They will have proven ability to apply editing skills to improve structure, flow and accessibility in a way that is suitable for named audiences; to work with complex concepts; and to accurately edit numerical analysis as well as qualitative analysis. They will also have extensive experience of improving copy written by writers whose first language is not English, bringing it to native-speaker level, and proven ability to edit authors’ work sensitively, ensuring their voice is retained while making improvements to concision, accessibility and accuracy. They will be able to ‘zoom in’ on detail and spot errors and omissions, and ‘zoom out’ to consider the efficacy of an output holistically.
Experience of formatting publications in Word working within templates and applying style sheets is essential, along with demonstrable understanding of the importance of applying visual branding consistently and accurately; some InDesign experience is desirable. Also essential is the ability to simultaneously manage more than one editorial project, including complex, multi-page and multi-partner projects.
We offer an occupational pension scheme, generous annual leave, hybrid working and excellent training and development opportunities.
Interested in applying?
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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 9 November 2025 (23.59 UK time). Regrettably, we are unable to accept any late applications.
Policy Fellow (CETEx Monetary and Financial Markets)
Salary from £53,949 to £62,160 pa inclusive with potential to progress to £69,073pa inclusive of London allowance
This is a fixed term appointment for 12 months, with extension subject to further funding.
The Centre for Economic Transition Expertise (CETEx) seeks to appoint a Policy Analyst to work within the Monetary and Financial Markets pillar of the centre, contributing to a programme focused on financial policy supporting transition to low carbon, resilient, sustainable economies.
The post holder will lead on policy-oriented analysis and research-based outputs in collaboration with research and policy staff. They will deliver empirically grounded analysis of transition risks and opportunities, with a particular focus on market, corporate governance and regulatory incentives to support accelerated investment in the transition. They will pursue expert and high-level policy engagement in advanced G20 economies, particularly the UK.
Candidates must hold a master’s degree in environmental economics/policy, sustainable finance, economics, finance, management, law or a closely related field. Candidates should also have strong knowledge of the field of monetary and financial markets and related climate and environmental policy questions, with application to central banking, financial supervision, financial market regulation and standards in the European context, as well as good experience of directly engaging with or working within monetary and financial market authorities in Europe or overseas on issues relating to environmental degradation and economic transition, with a particular focus on transition finance and transition plans. Candidates will also hold a strong publication track record of policy and research publications, or professional experience developing policies and implementation guidance, on the role of financial markets authorities in the context of environmental degradation and economic transition.
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 website
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 2 November 2025 (23.59 UK time). Regrettably, we are unable to accept any late applications.
Carbon Performance Research Assistant, TPI Global Climate Transition Centre (TPI Centre)
Salary from £36,513 to £41,565 p.a. inclusive with potential to progress to £44,468 p.a. of London allowance. Salary offers will be commensurate with skills and experience, starting at £36,513.
This post is full-time and fixed term until 31 December 2026, with a potential of extension subject to funding
The TPI Centre is an independent, authoritative source of research and data on the progress of corporate and sovereign entities in transitioning to a low-carbon economy. It is the academic partner of the Transition Pathway Initiative; a global initiative aimed at helping investors assess companies’ preparedness for the transition and supporting efforts to address climate change.
The role will primarily be based within the Carbon Performance team, though you may also be asked to support other projects as required.
Carbon Performance assesses corporate progress towards a low-carbon economy. The team develops emissions pathways for companies across 12 high-emitting sectors and ensures these benchmarks align with the latest climate modelling. This data is used by investors to inform engagement strategies, assess portfolio alignment, and drive capital toward credible transition leaders.
This role is to provide high-quality analysis by:
- Assessing companies’ greenhouse gas emissions pathways against low-carbon benchmark scenarios to explore trends, and generate insightful, structured analysis.
- Evaluating whether companies’ current and planned future emissions are aligned with the temperature goals made as part of the Paris Agreement.
- Collecting, processing and performing quality checks on data.
- Contributing to the development of bespoke methodologies and report writing.
- Engaging with external stakeholders.
Candidates should have:
- Undergraduate degree in environmental economics/finance, environmental/energy policy, corporate sustainability, economics, finance, management, or a related field.
- Strong analytical skills, with the ability to produce high-quality research and analysis in a timely manner, including the ability to analyse complex ideas and apply appropriate methods.
- Proficient IT skills, including advanced Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc., for creating and developing databases and related publications.
We offer an occupational pension scheme, hybrid working, generous annual leave 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
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. For queries about the role, please email gri.hr@lse.ac.uk.
The closing date for receipt of applications is 19 October 2025 (23.59 UK time). Regrettably, we are unable to accept any late applications.
Shortlisted candidates will be required to complete an assessment. Interviews are anticipated to be held online in November 2025.
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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