The TaxPayers' Alliance, Britain's independent grassroots campaign for lower taxes and less government waste, is seeking to recruit a researcher. The role would involve producing hard-hitting research and swiftly reacting to fiscal events. Research will be released to the general public, the media, parliamentarians and policy makers, so candidates must have the confidence to communicate their findings to different audiences.

Essential:

• An understanding of, a sympathy for, and a desire to promote the TPA's aims and values
• Excellent and demonstrable grasp of data management tools, including - but not limited to - Microsoft Excel
• The confidence to respond quickly to economic and political events, as well as external statistical releases
• The ability and commitment to work to often challenging deadlines
• The ability to write concisely and accurately
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Willingness to occasionally work outside of standard office hours

Desirable:

• Economics degree, or other numerate degree/qualification(s)
• A demonstrable understanding of economics and fiscal policy
• Experience of carrying out economic research and/or statistical analysis
• Confidence speaking in public, with a view to representing the TPA on broadcast media and at major events
• Experience interacting with the print or broadcast media
• Knowledge or experience of working with Parliamentarians