Reference: 56863
Date Added: 26 July 2016
Closing Date: 3 September 2016
Job Title: Junior Secretary
Working For: Gareth Johnson MP (Dartford)
Location: London
Salary: In line with IPSA guidelines (part-time)
Length of Contract:
Job Details
Gareth Johnson MP is looking for a bright, enthusiastic and politically aware Junior Secretary to support him in his work in Westminster. Occasional travel to Dartford may be required. Working from home may also be possible for the right candidate.
The role will include, but not be limited to:
- General office administration
- Responding to telephone enquiries
- Assisting with arrangements for surgeries
- Dealing with campaign letters
- Other general office duties as agreed
The role would be an ideal opportunity for a recent school leaver or graduate seeking political experience.
The successful candidate is likely to:
- Have excellent written and oral communication skills
- Be sympathetic to the views of the Conservative party
- Have good knowledge of local and national politics
Initial 6 month fixed-term contract.
Number of days per week flexible. To be discussed with the successful applicant.
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: 3 September 2016
Interview/Start Dates
As soon as possible but the candidate would ideally be in position by October 2016.
We reserve the right to make an appointment before the closing date.
Application Details
Please send a covering letter and copy of your CV to gareth.johnson.mp@parliament.uk.
Please state your current notice period in your application.
Website: http://www.garethjohnsonmp.co.uk