Associate Director, IPPR North 6 to 8-month fixed term contract Full time (open to other working patterns) Two days a week in our Manchester office, otherwise flexible IPPR North is the leading think-tank based in the North of England. Our pioneering research and ideas have shaped progressive policy making for more than two decades. From being early champions of devolving powers to communities and local leaders to making the case for resetting UK economic policy to support England''s regions, our research and policy work puts forward bold but actionable solutions to society''s problems. About the role We are at a critical time for England''s regions. In the face of the rise of populism, it''s clear no people or places can be left behind. Whether it''s by resetting the economic status quo or rewiring democracy, our mission is increasingly urgent, and you can help shape it. We are looking for a fixed-term Associate Director to join IPPR North and take a leading role in developing bold ideas for the future of our regions. This is an exciting and influential role at the heart of British politics - combining leadership, analysis, ideas, policy, communications, strategy and politics. IPPR North helped provide the blueprint for devolved power and economic leadership; now it''s time to make sure it works for everyone. About you We''re looking for a dynamic leader who''s curious, analytical, and brimming with initiative. You''ll have a talent for inspiring others, solving problems,