Director of Research
Overview
The Moneyfacts Research Foundation is hiring a Director of Research for its publication INTEREST. This is a new position employed by the charity, operating as part journalist, part academic researcher, part editor, and part parliamentary and political researcher. The role requires working on-site in Norwich.
What you get
The position offers a salary of 50,000 to 70,000 GBP per annum, paid pro rata for part time, based on skills and experience. Benefits include 25 days of holiday plus public holidays, up to three days of long service entitlement, a birthday day off, an enhanced workplace pension, an employee assistance programme, and free unlimited 24/7 access to a GP through GP24. Additional benefits comprise group life insurance, training and development opportunities, free staff car parking, electric vehicle charging points, locker rooms with showers and hair dryers, air-conditioned offices, free football car parking on Norwich City FC match days, Monday motivation free treats, and discounted local bus travel.
Requirements
Applicants should possess a degree level education, ideally in a related subject, along with 5 to 6 years of experience in an editorial or similar role in industry. Preferred backgrounds include previous experience in an editorial role such as identifying and commissioning material from contributors or readers, working as a writer in financial fields, and banking and finance. Candidates are expected to have specialist writing skills, an ability to work with data and statistics, a keen interest in current affairs, and the ability to research and analyze historical data to identify trends. An in-depth knowledge and understanding of the role of the Bank of England in UK monetary policy is necessary, alongside a familiarity with the money markets and those employed within them. Management skills and experience in overseeing or managing people are also required. Previous experience working for or with organizations such as the ONS, Bank of England, Reuters, or the Financial Times is considered advantageous.
How to apply
Applications must be submitted online through the recruitment portal.
Key dates
The closing date for applications is 2026-11-14.