Reference: 62003
Date Added: 2 August 2017
Closing Date: 25 August 2017
Job Title: Chief of Staff to Leader of the Liberal Democrats
Working For: Liberal Democrats
Location: London
Salary: Competitive
Length of Contract:
Job Details
We are seeking a talented and highly motivated individual to join the newly established office of Rt Hon Sir Vince Cable MP, leader of the Liberal Democrats. This is an exciting opportunity to support the continued growth of the party and ensure the new leader achieves his objectives, of ensuring that the voice of liberal, tolerant and outward looking Britain is heard at a time when the damaging consequences of Brexit must be challenged.
The Chief of Staff acts as principal adviser to the Leader, providing him with practical and political support. This involves running his office and staff team and interacting on the Leader’s behalf with party colleagues and key players in the wider political arena. The role requires stamina, emotional intelligence, analytical skills and clear thinking under pressure as well as demonstrating an empathy and understanding for the processes and structure of the Liberal Democrat Party in Parliament and in the country.
Closing Date: 25 August 2017
Interview/Start Dates
Interviews will be held in London on 5th and 6th September with final interviews on 7th September. It is crucial that all potential candidates are available for these dates.
Application Details
Please upload your recent CV and a covering letter no more than 2 pages of A4 in length, indicating clearly how your experience and skills meet the criteria stated in the job description.
Please visist our website if you wish to apply for this position:
https://www.libdems.org.uk/chief_of_staff_to_leader_of_the_liberal_democrats.
Website: http://www.libdems.org.uk