Kelly Tolhurst is looking to recruit a Secretary to assist her in the Constituency Office at Rochester.

The successful applicant will have a strong work ethic, be highly motivated and be able to work as part of a small team. They should be able to manage a large workload and demonstrate a willingness to undertake a variety of tasks.

Responsibilities will include:

• Diary management – Constituency and Parliamentary
• Arranging events, tours and visits in constituency and Westminster
• Full range of secretarial and administrative support, including: telephone and visitor enquiries, responding to email and letters, efficient file management
• Provide support to caseworker and cover to other staff members as required
• Opening and dispatching mail

The ideal candidate will have:

• Excellent telephone manner and communication skills
• Excellent writing and IT skills (Microsoft packages, internet research, social media and websites)
• Strong organisational skills
• Able to take the initiative and work proactively
• A good understanding of the Rochester & Strood constituency
• Ability to manage own workload and work to tight deadlines
• Minimum of 2 years' secretarial/administration experience