Statistical Review Project Leader
ENERGY INSTITUTE
Central London
Full-time
23rd February 2026
Listed 2 weeks ago
- Department:External Affairs
- Reports to:Director - External Affairs
- Location:Central London
- Duration:Fixed term contract March to August 2026 (with potential to extend) - ability to start work immediately
- Salary:Competitive salary dependant on experience
Job purpose
The Energy Institute is looking for an experienced researcher for a six-month contract to provide strategic direction and leadership for our flag ship research report, the Energy Institute (EI) Statistical Review of World Energy for 2026.
Key responsibilities
Strategic & Leadership
- Lead, mentor, and manage a multidisciplinary team of analysts from across multiple organisations
- Oversee project management processes and governance for all areas of the project
- Support management of the multiple stakeholders involved in the project
Statistical Review of World Energy
- Oversee end-to-end development of the 75th edition (publishing June 2026), including delivery planning, stakeholder management, and campaign coordination in partnership with heads of communications & marketing and content
- Plot out capability building, data acquisition processes, and QA systems to ensure long term delivery of the Statistical Review
Skills & Experience
Essential
- Strong leadership and people management ability
- 5 - 10 years’ experience managing analytical, research, or insight-based functions
- Strong statistical and methodological literacy, with the ability to review various analytical approaches
- Understanding of global energy markets and data
- Strong project management skills (formal training desirable)
- Experience overseeing publications, datasets, and/or research products
- Ability to translate complex analysis into clear narrative
Desirable
- Knowledge of the Energy Institute and the Statistical Review of World Energy would be beneficial
- Stakeholder engagement and communication at senior level
Interviews likely to take place the w/b 23rd February 2026
To apply, please send your CV and cover letter to: recruitment@energyinst.org.