The Resolution Foundation is seeking a new Director, to work closely with the Chief Executive to develop and deliver the overall strategy of the organisation; to drive the next phase of the Foundation’s work; and to lead our research and policy programme.
As stagnant living standards continue to be at the heart of the UK’s political and economic challenges, the Foundation has established a reputation as a rigorous data-driven think-tank with influence across the political spectrum. Seeking to maximise our impact, we want to build our capability to make even more innovative, practical and specific policy proposals. The Foundation is at an exciting moment: conducting influential research that addresses both long-term challenges as well as topical issues, making social investment in technology that improves work, and forging new collaborations.
This is a senior position, deputising for the Chief Executive, overseeing our research and policy programme and team. The Director will continue to deliver our high-quality influential research, while playing a pivotal role in growing the team’s policy capability and maximising the Foundation’s impact.
The ideal candidate will have significant experience in public policy (be that in its delivery in government or elsewhere, or associated research) and economic research, and the capability to lead and develop the team, maintain the rigour of our research programme, and develop policy proposals that lead to real improvements in the lives of low and middle income families.
For more information about the role, including the job description, person specification and application process, please visit our website and download the application pack.
Closing date: 08:59 am on Friday 14 August 2026
