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Reference: 96204

Date Added: 8 April 2025
Closing Date: 12 May 2025

Job Title: Research and Politics Officer

Working For: Labour’s Environment Campaign – SERA

Location: London

Salary: £38,000 p.a.

Length of Contract: 12 months with options to extend

Job Details

SERA – Labour’s Environment Campaign – is the environmental affiliate of the Labour Party, working from within the party to put climate and nature at the heart of Labour politics. For over 50 years, we’ve shaped policy, supported emerging green leaders, and helped Labour win with a bold, fair and deliverable vision for climate action and environmental justice.

Through our national network, expert membership and deep grassroots connections, we champion ambitious ideas and hold power to account—ensuring Labour leads with credibility and ambition on the biggest challenges facing people and planet.

About the Role

We’re looking for a Research and Politics Officer (RPO) to lead on SERA’s research projects, policy development, and parliamentary engagement.

SERA exists to ensure climate and nature are central to Labour’s agenda. As we prepare for the next election and beyond, this role will be central to strengthening our influence across the party and deepening our research capacity.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong political instincts, sharp research skills, and a passion for environmental justice—someone who wants to influence the Labour movement and help shape the future of environmental policy in Britain.

About You
You’ll have strong Labour values, excellent political instincts, and proven experience in research or political strategy. You know how to influence policy, communicate with impact, and thrive in a fast-moving political environment.

If you’re passionate about green politics, understand the Labour movement, and want to help shape the future—we’d love to hear from you.

Closing Date: 12 May 2025

Interview/Start Dates

Application Details

Please read the full job description at https://uksera.nationbuilder.com/rpo

To apply, please send your CV and a covering letter (max 2 pages) outlining how you meet the person specification to administrator@sera.org.uk  by 11pm on closing date.

If you have questions or would like to arrange an informal conversation to discuss this role please contact ben.carter@sera.org.uk 

Website: https://www.sera.org.uk/

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