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Reference: 47237

Date Added: 21 August 2014
Closing Date: 25 August 2014

Job Title: Intern

Working For: Laura Sandys MP (South Thanet)

Location: London

Salary: Pay scale in line with IPSA

Length of Contract:

Job Details

Laura Sandys is looking for an intern to assist in the daily running of her Westminster office. The ideal candidate will be bright and enthusiastic, with a good degree and keen interest in Conservative politics.

Main responsibilities:

  • Managing diary commitments
  • Managing correspondence
  • Providing advice on the Parliamentary timetable
  • Other miscellaneous office tasks

The candidate should be able to demonstrate:

  • Excellent organisational skills
  • Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills
  • Good grasp of politics and ability to deal with issues sensitively
  • Very strong work ethic

The role will provide a unique opportunity to experience the world of Westminster from inside Parliament. The best candidates will be able to demonstrate both their enthusiasm and their suitability for the role. 

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. MPs generally pay staff in accordance with IPSA guidelines.

Closing Date: 25 August 2014

Interview/Start Dates

Interviews will take place in the week of 25th August. Start date is flexible.

Application Details

Candidates should send their CV along with the answers to the following questions to kane.daniell@parliament.uk:

  • Describe yourself.
  • Give an example of where you have used your organisational skill to improve an outcome or avert a disaster.
  • What do you think has been this Government's greatest achievement and why?
  • Why are you interested in working in Parliament?

Combined answers should cover no more than 1 side of A4. 

 

Website: http://telllaura.org.uk

Additional Notes