Chris Evans MP is seeking an enthusiastic, hard-working individual to join his team in his Constituency Office in Islwyn.

This is a full-time position on a fixed term contract for 6 months and would suit a recent graduate or an individual looking to gain valuable political and office-based experience. Some evening and weekend work may be required.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake research, usually from readily available sources, on straightforward subjects
• Analyse, evaluate and interpret data to ensure the MP is accurately informed on key issues
• Develop and maintain current knowledge of bills, Early Day Motions, legislation, Hansard, debates, etc
• Monitor media coverage and brief the MP on relevant issues
• Ensure the MP is fully briefed on potential questions and motions to be put to the house
• Give advice on policy issues
• Supervise Staff members where appropriate
• Project work
• Progress casework as required
• Project Management
• Respond to routine correspondence and enquires
• Prepare and present briefing notes for committees, press releases, parliamentary questions etc.
• Provide general admin support
• Diary Management

Person Specification

• Excellent organisational and administrative skills with the ability to prioritise tasks and meet tight deadlines
• Excellent writing and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Good working knowledge of British Politics
• Good IT skills including the use of Microsoft Office as well as Wordpress
• Sympathetic to Labour Party values