Research Officer
| Posting date: | 23 July 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £30,000 - £35,000 (depending on experience) |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 22 August 2025 |
| Location: | London, WC1A 2SL |
| Company: | Association of Colleges |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 27 |
Summary
Job Advert
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Association of Colleges (AoC) as a Research Officer. AoC is the national voice for
further education colleges in England, representing almost 95% of the sector and supporting over 2.2 million students every year.
As a not-for-profit organisation established by colleges, for colleges, we are committed to transforming lives through education,
skills and opportunity.
We are seeking a Research Officer passionate about data who is keen to establish themselves in an area where their work can truly
make a difference. You will provide data analysis and other relevant support to the research, policy, communications and public
affairs functions of AoC. This is a dynamic and rewarding role that sits within the Communications, Media, Marketing and Research
team, with opportunities to contribute across a wide range of high-profile projects and initiatives.
We’re looking for someone with experience in both quantitative and qualitative data cleaning and analysis, including the use of
data analysis software and data cleaning processes. You should have experience setting up and running surveys, and ideally be
familiar with qualitative research methods. The role requires strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to
draw out key data points and present them clearly, accurately and creatively for a range of audiences. You’ll be confident
handling data, interpreting findings, and using visualisation tools to bring insights to life. A background or interest in further
education or the public sector is an advantage, but not essential.
If you're a driven research professional looking to make a difference in a values-led organisation, we’d love to hear from you.
At AoC, we value trust, flexibility and professional growth. You’ll join a high-performing, mission-led organisation that offers
generous benefits, flexible working, and opportunities to develop your career while making a positive impact on the FE community.
About AoC [https://www.aoc.co.uk/about-us]
AoC Values [https://www.aoc.co.uk/about-us/working-aoc/aoc-values]
Careers at AoC [https://www.aoc.co.uk/about-us/work-for-aoc]
Reward at AoC [https://www.aoc.co.uk/about-us/working-aoc/aoc-rewards]
Please review the full job description and person specification, which outlines the role in more detail. If you have any questions
or would like to have an informal discussion about the role, please contact the hiring manager, lucy.chrispin@aoc.co.uk.
Hours:
Full Time, 37.5 Hours per week
How to Apply
If you think you have the skills, experience, and attributes to hit the ground running in this position, we would welcome your
application. Click 'apply now' below.
To be considered for this role, your application must be submitted and received by 5:30pm on 11 August 2025.
Interviews:
Date: 21 August 2025
Location: Onsite, AoC London Office
AoC is committed to providing equal opportunities and embracing diversity. We encourage applications from everyone and will not
discriminate against any applicants on the basis of age, disability, sex, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, race,
religion or belief, or sexual orientation.
If you have a disability and would prefer to apply in a different format or would like us to make reasonable adjustments to enable
you to apply or attend any interview, please email us at careers@aoc.co.uk [careers@aoc.co.uk] to let us know or contact the HR
team via telephone: 020 7034 9900.
Thank you for your interest in this opportunity to join the AoC team.
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Association of Colleges (AoC) as a Research Officer. AoC is the national voice for
further education colleges in England, representing almost 95% of the sector and supporting over 2.2 million students every year.
As a not-for-profit organisation established by colleges, for colleges, we are committed to transforming lives through education,
skills and opportunity.
We are seeking a Research Officer passionate about data who is keen to establish themselves in an area where their work can truly
make a difference. You will provide data analysis and other relevant support to the research, policy, communications and public
affairs functions of AoC. This is a dynamic and rewarding role that sits within the Communications, Media, Marketing and Research
team, with opportunities to contribute across a wide range of high-profile projects and initiatives.
We’re looking for someone with experience in both quantitative and qualitative data cleaning and analysis, including the use of
data analysis software and data cleaning processes. You should have experience setting up and running surveys, and ideally be
familiar with qualitative research methods. The role requires strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to
draw out key data points and present them clearly, accurately and creatively for a range of audiences. You’ll be confident
handling data, interpreting findings, and using visualisation tools to bring insights to life. A background or interest in further
education or the public sector is an advantage, but not essential.
If you're a driven research professional looking to make a difference in a values-led organisation, we’d love to hear from you.
At AoC, we value trust, flexibility and professional growth. You’ll join a high-performing, mission-led organisation that offers
generous benefits, flexible working, and opportunities to develop your career while making a positive impact on the FE community.
About AoC [https://www.aoc.co.uk/about-us]
AoC Values [https://www.aoc.co.uk/about-us/working-aoc/aoc-values]
Careers at AoC [https://www.aoc.co.uk/about-us/work-for-aoc]
Reward at AoC [https://www.aoc.co.uk/about-us/working-aoc/aoc-rewards]
Please review the full job description and person specification, which outlines the role in more detail. If you have any questions
or would like to have an informal discussion about the role, please contact the hiring manager, lucy.chrispin@aoc.co.uk.
Hours:
Full Time, 37.5 Hours per week
How to Apply
If you think you have the skills, experience, and attributes to hit the ground running in this position, we would welcome your
application. Click 'apply now' below.
To be considered for this role, your application must be submitted and received by 5:30pm on 11 August 2025.
Interviews:
Date: 21 August 2025
Location: Onsite, AoC London Office
AoC is committed to providing equal opportunities and embracing diversity. We encourage applications from everyone and will not
discriminate against any applicants on the basis of age, disability, sex, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, race,
religion or belief, or sexual orientation.
If you have a disability and would prefer to apply in a different format or would like us to make reasonable adjustments to enable
you to apply or attend any interview, please email us at careers@aoc.co.uk [careers@aoc.co.uk] to let us know or contact the HR
team via telephone: 020 7034 9900.
Thank you for your interest in this opportunity to join the AoC team.