Stuart Andrew MP is looking for a constituency-based part time Caseworker to support his office. The role will be based in the constituency office in Horsforth and would suit a candidate with local knowledge. The candidate should be experienced, confident and able to use their initiative.

Responsibilities will include:

• Ensuring that all constituency casework enquiries are logged; progressed & completed
• Gathering relevant information to assist with resolving cases
• Draft responses to constituents
• Deal with queries from members of the public
• Respond to routine correspondence and enquiries
• Attend surgeries and other meetings as appropriate
• Retain records and information confidentially and in line with the Data Protection Act.

Required experience/skills:

• Excellent communication skills, including written and oral
• Strong analytical skills and excellent attention to detail
• Competence on Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook Excel)
• Liaising with government agencies, local authorities and third-party organisations
• Continually maintain, update and develop personal knowledge of demanding, specialised or complex cases
• Ability to prioritise and manage own caseload
• Ability to work to tight deadlines
• Good interpersonal skills as the role involves effective teamworking with Stuart Andrew MP and the Westminster based staff
• The ability to demonstrate sensitivity and ensure that the highest standards of confidentiality are upheld
• Candidates should be sympathetic to the aims and values of the Conservative Party

Hours: Part time