Economics Editor

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Salary from £42,679 to £51,000 pa inclusive with potential to progress to £54,730 pa inclusive of London allowance

Open-ended (subject to funding, with current funding until 30 September 2026)

The International Growth Centre (IGC) works with policymakers in developing countries to promote inclusive and sustainable growth through pathbreaking research. We generate new evidence and innovative new ideas to improve the productivity of people and firms, as the key driver of sustainable economic development, and to support our government partners in transitioning to low-carbon growth pathways and protecting vulnerable populations. The IGC is a global research centre with a network of world-leading researchers and in-country teams and initiatives working across Africa, South Asia, and the Middle East. Based at LSE and in partnership with the University of Oxford, we are majority funded by the UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO).

The Economics Editor will lead the IGC blog and play a central role in shaping high-profile publications that translate complex economic research into accessible, engaging content for global audiences and media. Working closely with researchers, economists and the Communications Manager (PR, Brand and Publications), they will craft, edit, and commission thought-provoking articles, manage freelance writers, and drive the blog’s evolution as a dynamic digital platform. With strong editorial instincts and strategic vision, the editor will amplify IGC’s voice, explore innovative storytelling formats, and strengthen its presence across key policy and media channels.

The role includes:

• Taking the lead in shaping the IGC blog as a dynamic platform for storytelling, thought leadership and engagement with global economic conversations.
• Providing editorial leadership across the Communications Team and managing freelance copywriters.
• Defining the IGC writing style guidelines, in line with our voice and brand identity.
• Innovating with new storytelling techniques, including through AI and multimedia formats.
• Evolving the IGC blog as a digital platform, using performance metrics and insights.
• Fostering strong editorial relationships with other blogs (including LSE, Ideas for India and VoxDev).

The successful applicant will have:

• Excellent writing and editorial skills, with proven experience in communicating complex technical concepts and creating accessible content for diverse audiences.
• Interest in topical policy issues, debates and current affairs, related to development economics and sustainable and inclusive growth.
• Strong experience in copy-editing or proof-reading, with close attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate effectively, a collegiate approach, and commitment to working with LSE-wide policies and IGC guidelines.
• Solid strategic communications, project management and coordination skills.

We offer an occupational pension scheme, generous annual leave and excellent training and development opportunities.

For further information about the post, please see the how to apply document, job description and the person specification.

To apply for this post, please click the 'Apply' button above. If you have any technical queries with applying on the online system, please use the “contact us” links at the bottom of the LSE Jobs page. Should you have any queries about the role, please email Annelise Andersen (a.andersen3@lse.ac.uk).

The closing date for receipt of applications is 13 June 2025 (23.59 UK time). The first stage of interviews will be held during week commencing 23 June 2025, and second round of interviews week commencing 30 June 2025. Regrettably, we are unable to accept any late applications.

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