Key Duties include:

• Analyse, evaluate and interpret data to ensure the Member is accurately informed on key issues and is aware of trends
• 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 house
• 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.
• Progress casework as required
• Project Work
• Provide generalist admin support
• Respond to routine correspondence and enquiries
• Undertake research, usually from readily available sources, on straightforward subjects

The successful candidate will have the following skills and attributes:

• Strong written and oral communication skills and good telephone manner
• Highly organised with the ability to manage competing prioritises
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
• Quick and efficient work style
• A strong work ethic and a willingness to be flexible to the demands of a busy office
• A team player; enthusiastic and reliable
• Good sense of humour