CenTax is seeking an individual who has experience in policy-orientated analysis and engagement, for example via roles within government or policy-oriented research institutions. Subject to grant funding and your performance, there is the opportunity for career progression and extension beyond the initial term.
The Centre for the Analysis of Taxation (CenTax) is dedicated to improving public understanding of tax policy and helping to design a better tax system, by generating evidence that is rigorous and relevant to policymakers and the public. Led by Dr Arun Advani (Warwick) and Dr Andy Summers (LSE), the centre produces rigorous quantitative evidence on tax, develops evidence on targeted and feasible reforms, and communicates findings transparently to policy, media and civil society stakeholders.
This newly created position offers an exciting opportunity to undertake fast-paced high-profile policy research, collaborate with academic researchers, produce thought-leading research outputs in your own name (with co-authors), and represent CenTax at external meetings and events. You will play a key role in influencing policymaking via extensive engagement with government officials, media, tax professionals and third sector organisations.
The post will start as soon as possible and no later than 1 September 2025.
We offer an attractive pension scheme, generous annual leave, hybrid working, and excellent training and development opportunities.
Salary from £53,204 to £61,301 pa inclusive with potential to progress to £68,119 pa inclusive of London allowance.
Closing date for receipt of applications is 30 April 2025 (23.59 UK time). We are unable to accept any late applications.
- This is a fixed term appointment for 36 months, with opportunity for extension beyond this initial term (subject to grant funding)
- For further information about the post, please visit the LSE jobs pages: how to apply document, job description and the person specification
- To apply for this post, please go to www.jobs.lse.ac.uk. If you have any technical queries with the online system, please use the “contact us” links at the bottom of the page.
- Should you have any queries about the role, please email CenTax manager Beverley Morris at b.morris@lse.ac.uk
Interviews will be held in w/c 12 May 2025
