Senior Researcher (Policy) - Research and Policy Department - Head Office (Ref: 945) Deadline: Noon on 24 March 2026 Salary: £52,352 pa rising to £59,475 pa after successful completion of the probationary period. There are no set hours for this position, and the postholder will be expected to be adaptable and flexible to meet the needs of the job. The postholder will be required to live within 50 miles of Head Office. Overnight stays may be required. Location: Head Office, Salford Quays, M50 3XZ. Please note that this position is fully office based. The Union of Shop, Distributive and Allied Workers is one of the UK''s largest trade unions. A vacancy exists for a Senior Researcher (Policy) based at the Union''s Head Office. What we Offer: Defined contribution pension. Generous holiday entitlement - 24 days rising to 32 days plus bank and customary holidays (pro-rata to commencing month in holiday year and number of days a week worked). Free onsite parking, subject to availability. Cycle to Work Scheme (subject to passing probation and length of contract). Season Ticket Loan (subject to length of contract). Free health assessments (post probation). The Union does not currently offer sponsorship. Principal duties are: to provide research and briefings to support the Union''s policy, campaigning and collective bargaining work; develop and communicate the Union''s policy position on a wide range of industrial relations, political and social issues, provide advice and informatio