Research Team Lead - Online Child Safety

ActiveFence Ltd; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in online safety seeks a Research Team Lead to oversee a dedicated group addressing online child exploitation. The role encompasses managing research initiatives, developing data feeds, and fostering team growth in a pivotal domain. Ideal candidates will have significant experience in child safety research and team leadership, alongside exceptional analytical and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years' experience in child safety.
• Proven track record of addressing online harms.
• 2 years of team leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee research initiatives.
• Develop and maintain databases.
• Mentor team members.

Skills

Child safety expertise

Analytical thinking

Team leadership

Communication skills

Resilience

Education

Master's degree in criminology or sociology

PhD in a related field

Job description

Description

ActiveFence is seeking a driven and compassionate leader to serve as Research Team Lead - Online Child Safety. In this vital role, you'll oversee a skilled team tackling online child exploitation, including CSAM, grooming, sextortion, trafficking and more. You’ll manage workflows, ensure exceptional delivery, and foster a culture of innovation. If you’re a motivated leader passionate about creating safer digital spaces, we encourage you to apply.

Responsibilities

• Oversee research initiatives to deliver impactful insights and address risks.
• Develop data feeds and maintain databases to track harmful trends.
• Mentor team members, fostering professional growth and collaboration.
• Streamline workflows and implement automation for greater efficiency.
• Ensure timely, accurate, and high-quality client deliverables.
• Expand knowledge resources and monitor emerging threats like GenAI.

Requirements

Required Skills and Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years' experience in the field of child safety, with a proven track record of addressing online harms such as CSAM, grooming, and trafficking.
• At least 5 years' experience in research, holding a minimum of a master’s degree in criminology, sociology, or a related field; a PhD is an advantage.
• At least 2 years of experience in team leadership.
• Demonstrated leadership and research expertise, including managing large-scale initiatives, analyzing data, mentoring teams, and fostering collaboration.
• Exceptional skills in analytical thinking, communication, and technical proficiency, with resilience to handle sensitive content and expertise in OSINT, automation, and database management.