Paul Farrelly MP is looking for a Parliamentary Assistant to work in his busy Westminster office.

The successful applicant will be an enthusiastic, well-organised person, with strong communication skills and attention to detail, able to work on their own and as part of a wider team.

Previous experience of working in Parliament or a political environment is preferable but not essential, but a good working knowledge of Parliament and the legislative process is necessary.

Key responsibilities will be to:
• Undertake administrative tasks to manage the Westminster office;
• Respond effectively and courteously to policy casework correspondence and other enquiries;
• Support Paul in his parliamentary business, including monitoring bills, questions and debates, and maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation;
• Support Paul’s role as a member of the Culture, Media & Sport Select Committee and various All Party Parliamentary Groups;
• Assist with managing Paul’s website;
• Conduct research and analysis for speeches, briefings and press articles;
• Attend meetings with Paul or on his behalf.

It is essential that candidates have:
• Excellent written and oral communication skills;
• Experience of working in Parliament or a political environment;
• The ability to work independently and show initiative, as well as to work with a team;
• Strong research and analytical skills;
• Proficient use of Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel;
• A strong attention to detail and an ability to prioritise a demanding workload, meet deadlines and work under pressure.

It is desirable that applicants have:
• Experience working for an MP or similar role;
• A commitment to Labour Party values.