Are you fascinated by advertising and how it impacts the economy, society and people? Do you want to explore what people and politicians think of advertising?

Credos is looking to recruit an intern for 6 months, who has an interest in research and would like to gain experience in a think tank environment.

About Credos

The Advertising Association represents the interests of advertising agencies, advertisers and media owners in the UK. It protects and promotes advertising’s freedoms.

The Advertising Association’s think tank, Credos, was launched in 2010. Funded by industry, Credos conducts and commissions high-quality research into issues of advertising’s role, value and public standing.

Credos’ research is intended to provide robust evidence in support of a responsible advertising industry, but also to reveal any genuine areas of concern that the industry can address within its self-regulatory structures.

As part of a small team, the successful candidate will work across all areas of Credos research. The Credos office is located near St James’ Park.

The role may involve:

• Collecting and analysing data
• Promoting Credos’ work via social media (Twitter, LinkedIn) and maintaining the Credos website
• Helping organise Credos events, and representing Credos at external events
• Attending and minuting meetings when required
• Assisting with general administrative tasks
• Contributing to Credos reports

The successful candidate must:

• Have a degree or post-graduate qualification. Candidates with degrees in Economics, Psychology or Social sciences will be viewed favourably
• Have a keen interest in research
• Have excellent written, communication and interpersonal skills
• Be computer and web literate
• Have excellent organisational skills
• Be able to take the initiative and work within a small team