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Our Mission Statement:

As an independent institution, we produce evidence-based research, publications and events on defence, security and international affairs to help build a safer UK and a more secure, equitable and stable world.
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Our Purpose

We undertake research, encourage debate, and provide options on critical issues in national and international defence and security.
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Our Position

We are proud of our history, traditions and Royal patronage. At the same time, we remain resolutely independent, offering robust scrutiny of policy from government and other institutions.
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Our Perspective

Our primary focus is on UK defence, security and international affairs, and how to improve the safety of the UK and that of our partners in NATO and the European Union. We also highlight the importance of building global security and stability.
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Our Activities

Our main activities are research, publications and events. We use these to develop and disseminate practical policy solutions to thorny challenges.
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Our Vision

We aim to be a world-leading independent forum for informing and improving policy and public debate on defence, security and international affairs.
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Internships

At RUSI's London office we currently have no structured internship programme in place, but we do take on a handful of ad hoc applications as and when the need arises. Speculative applications for internship can be sent to recruitment@rusi.org. At our office in Brussels we have introduced a new internship programme in events, communications and business development. However, applications for 2026 are now closed. Follow RUSI Europe on LinkedIn to be informed about our next recruitment round.

Current job vacancies

Job vacancies at RUSI are advertised on this page as and when they become available. View the job opportunities listed below and find out how to apply.
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Employees

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Benefits

Our people make us who we are. We provide what they need

Mental Wellbeing

Your wellbeing matters to us. We provide access to Mental Health First Aiders (MHFAs) across the organisation, as well as a confidential Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) offering professional support, advice, and resources whenever you need them.

Parental Leave

We support employees during important family milestones. We offer 2 weeks of paternity leave at full pay, 19 weeks of maternity leave at full pay, and the option to take Shared Parental Leave, giving families greater flexibility in how they care for their new arrival.

Recognition

We believe great work deserves to be recognised. In addition to our annual salary review, we celebrate colleagues who go above and beyond through peer-nominated recognition for outstanding performance, highlighting the positive impact our people make across the organisation.

6% Employer Pension Contribution

We support your long-term financial wellbeing by contributing 6% of your salary to your pension. This employer contribution helps you build a more secure future, making it easier to plan ahead while focusing on your career today.

25 days annual leave - increasing with service

We believe time to rest and recharge is essential. You’ll start with 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, with your entitlement increasing with service to 30 days plus bank holidays after 10 years with us.