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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.