Location
Central London

Hours
Full Time - Hours to be confirmed

Salary
£32,500 per annum

About the Role
Land, and the way it is owned and managed, impacts all of us in diverse and profound ways. Whether through public or private ownership, colonialism, dispossession, migration, rural economies, or urbanisation and gentrification, land lies at the heart of many social, economic, and environmental challenges and injustices. Shared Assets undertakes advice and support, research, movement building, communications, and resourcing work to advocate for land management models that create shared social, economic, and environmental benefits. Systems change is a core value, pursued through both external projects and internal practices.

The Research Coordinator will lead the full range of Shared Assets’ research projects, from scoping and design through delivery, follow-up, and evaluation. This role focuses on securing and delivering participative, practical, and pressing research for the land justice movement. The coordinator will work collaboratively with academics, community groups, NGOs, and local authorities, managing projects that range from large EU-funded consortia to smaller, targeted studies supporting local authorities or community organisations.

Key responsibilities include managing and delivering funded research projects or those with research components, reflecting on organisational and sector-wide learning, generating new research ideas, and supporting fundraising efforts as part of Shared Assets’ infrastructure role. The role aims to build a shared evidence base through articles, blogs, podcasts, reports, and events to support a just land system and promote conditions for people and communities to thrive while caring for the land and environment.

Experience
Proven experience designing and conducting research and learning activities collaboratively with a wide range of partners including academics, community groups, NGOs, and local authorities. Experience managing funded research projects and working within multi-partner consortia is highly desirable.

About you
You are passionate about land justice and systems change, with strong project management and communication skills. You are able to work collaboratively across diverse groups and sectors, are proactive in generating new ideas, and committed to building practical, impactful research that supports social, economic, and environmental justice.

Qualifications
A relevant degree or equivalent experience in research, social sciences, environmental studies, or related fields is preferred. Strong analytical and organisational skills are essential.