Parliamentary Assistant

Job Title: Parliamentary Assistant

Working For: Andrew George MP (St Ives)

Location: London

Salary: In line with IPSA pay scales

Length of Contract: Permanent – after 6 month probation period

Closing Date: 28th July 2024

Andrew George MP is seeking to recruit a Parliamentary Assistant to support him in Westminster.

Key responsibilities:

• Administrative support in Westminster.
• Contributing to diary management (under the supervision of the Office Manager).
• Prepare and present briefing notes for meetings, press releases, parliamentary questions etc.
• Develop knowledge of relevant legislation and upcoming business including motions, legislation, Hansard, debates etc and how they impact on the constituency.
• Help draft amendments for reports and prepare briefing material.
• Work with colleagues in the constituency to identify potential impacts from research.
• Respond to correspondence, including on policy.
• Undertake relevant research.
• Efficient data management to ensure compliance with data protection legislation.
• Some work outside of normal working hours and occasional travel, including to the constituency, may be required.

Skills required:

• Excellent attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage a large, complex and fast-moving workload.
• A positive attitude towards working as part of a small team, as well as the ability to work independently.
• Strong IT skills and the ability and willingness to quickly get to grips with new systems and novel approaches to delivering an MP’s digital services.
• A professional manner and the ability to speak sensitively to people who may be experiencing challenging personal circumstances.
• Knowledge of current events in the St Ives constituency.

Knowledge of Parliamentary procedures would be an advantage, but training can be provided.

The postholder may be required to occasionally work outside of normal working hours.

Upon appointment you will be required to apply for security clearance, undertaken by the Security Vetting and Pass Office. See Members’ Staff Security Clearance page for further info.

Pay will be in accordance with IPSA guidelines.

Applications close: 11.59pm on Sunday 28 th July 2024

Interviews: Week commencing 29th July 2024

Start date: ASAP

Application Details

Please send a relevant CV and a one page cover letter setting out how your skills and experience match the job description, along with your interest in this role to: andrew.george.mp@parliament.uk

Please use "Parliamentary Assistant Application - Your First and Last Name"; in the subject line.