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Reference: 67433

Date Added: 20 August 2018
Closing Date: 21 September 2018

Job Title: Caseworker/Parliamentary Assistant (full- or part-time)

Working For: Damian Hinds MP (East Hampshire)

Location: Internet

Salary: In line with IPSA payscales

Length of Contract:

Job Details

Damian is seeking a member of staff to deal with a wide range of policy correspondence and constituent casework. The post holder will operate from home (in or close to the East Hampshire constituency) with some travel for meetings within Hampshire and on the Parliamentary estate in London.

Damian is very happy to consider flexible working arrangements (such as a term-time only contract). He will also consider candidates wishing to undertake the role on either a full- or part-time basis (minimum 12 hours per week).

Key responsibilities:

  • dealing with casework and policy correspondence from constituents;
  • undertaking research;
  • developing and maintaining knowledge in certain casework or policy areas

The following characteristics/skills are essential:

  •  an appreciation of the importance of attention to detail, discretion and confidentiality;
  •  a high degree of self-organisation;
  • impeccable written English;
  • strong interpersonal skills, including a polite telephone manner;
  • the ability to work as an individual quickly and efficiently;
  • proficiency in the use of MS Outlook and Word.

This role may suit a candidate with knowledge of the Parliamentary or legal systems. Experience of handling casework or sensitive correspondence would be advantageous.

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: 21 September 2018

Interview/Start Dates

First interviews will be held in the constituency on Monday 8 October 2018.

Second interviews will be held on the Parliamentary estate on Monday 15 October 2018.

Start date: date TBC in November 2018 but can be earlier if the successful candidate is available.

Application Details

To apply, please send a CV and covering letter to ann.lewin@parliament.uk with ‘Application for the Position of Caseworker/Parliamentary Assistant’ in the subject line.

Website: http://www.damianhinds.com

Additional Notes