About this role
Job Type: Temporary with potential to go perm
Location: TW1 | Hybrid (including remote working) Hours: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
We are seeking a detail-oriented Data Researcher with strong analytical skills and a background in legal, policy, academic, or library sciences research. This role is ideal for someone experienced in working with complex information sources—such as contracts, legislation, policy papers, and parliamentary documents—and who is comfortable managing, interpreting, and validating data at scale. Experience in law, public policy, or political research is highly beneficial. Fluency in a second European language is a significant advantage.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct in-depth research and analysis across European policy developments, national parliamentary activity, and legislative documentation.Review, interpret, and analyse contracts, policies, and legal/legislative texts.Support the Data Editor by collecting, verifying, and synthesising information for ongoing research projects.Produce clear, comprehensive reports, summaries, and presentations to communicate insights and findings.Collaborate with colleagues to ensure accuracy, consistency, and integrity across all data outputs.Use advanced research and data analysis tools to source, extract, organise, and process large volumes of information. Required Skills & Qualifications
Proven experience as a Data Researcher, Data Analyst, Legal Researcher, Policy Analyst, or similar research-focused role.Strong understanding of European policy frameworks, governmental structures, and parliamentary processes.Demonstrated ability to analyse legislation, legal texts, policies, and contractual documents.Proficiency in data analysis or research tools (e.g., Excel, data platforms, research databases).Excellent critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills.Ability to translate complex or technical information into clear, accessible insights.Fluency in English; a second European language is highly desirable.A degree in Law, Politics, Public Policy, Library Sciences, or a related academic research field is advantageous. Benefits
Flexible hybrid working model.Opportunity to contribute to influential research projects with meaningful impact.Supportive, collaborative team environment with exposure to expert-led work.