Reference: 58647
Date Added: 9 December 2016
Closing Date: 6 January 2017
Job Title: Parliamentary Assistant
Working For: Jason McCartney MP (Colne Valley)
Location: London
Salary: In line with IPSA pay scales
Length of Contract:
Job Details
Jason McCartney MP is looking to recruit a full-time Parliamentary Assistant to work in his Westminster Office. The successful applicant will have a strong work ethic, be highly motivated and be able to work as the sole staff member in his Westminster Office. They should be able to manage a large workload and demonstrate a willingness to undertake a variety of administrative tasks using a prescribed format.
Duties and responsibilities may include:
Efficient data and file management to comply with Data Protection
Dealing with queries on the Member's behalf, including drafting letters and emails and parliamentary questions
Managing and monitoring incoming calls and enquiries
Managing Member's parliamentary diary commitments and future parliamentary business
Completing MP's expenses
Providing APPG secretarial support as required
Booking and conducting tours
Responding promptly to campaign emails
The following skills are required:
Excellent understanding of Microsoft Office software
Good written and communication skills
Excellent attention to detail
Ability to accurately observe and maintain specific administrative processes
Sympathetic to the aims and values of the Conservative Party
Ability to work independently
Ability to work to strict deadlines
Good time management
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: 6 January 2017
Interview/Start Dates
Long list candidates will be invited to undertake further exercises, with a view to compiling a short list. Interviews for short-listed applicants are expected to take place in early January 2017.
Application Details
Please send a CV and covering letter to jason.mccartney.mp@parliament.uk by the closing date.
Any questions should be directed only to this address.
Website: http://www.jasonmccartney.com