Rikki Williams, a long-established Political Consultant is looking to appoint into a Member of Parliaments office in Westminster a full time Senior Parliamentary Assistant/Office Manager to support the Member of Parliament in his Parliamentary work and to undertake a managerial and supervisory role. This position would ideally suit a candidate with previous experience as a Parliamentary Assistant, Office Manager or in a similar field.

This is a permanent position subject to satisfactory completion of a six-month probationary period.

Main Responsibilities

• Analyse, evaluate and interpret data to ensure Member is accurately informed on key issues
• Diary Management
• Develop and maintain current knowledge of Bills, Early Day Motions, legislation, Hansard, debates etc
• Ensure the Member is fully briefed on potential questions and motions to be put to the
• Give advice on policy issues
• Monitor media coverage and brief the Member on relevant issues
• Prepare and present briefing notes for committees, press releases, parliamentary questions etc.
• Project Work
• Provide general admin support
• Oversee and respond to policy correspondence and enquiries
• Undertake research
• Budget & Staffing management

Person Specification

• A good working knowledge of Parliament and current affairs with good political judgement. Parliamentary experience is desirable but not essential.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal as well as strong research and analytical skills with an emphasis on accuracy and attention to detail
• Able to work effectively as part of a wider team as well as the ability to work independently without supervision
• Strong organisational and administrative skills with the ability to prioritise and work to tight deadlines under pressure
• Key IT skills including use of the Microsoft Office suite and knowledge of social media and basic website knowledge
• Commitment to Conservative Party values