Stephen Metcalfe, Member of Parliament for South Basildon & East Thurrock, is looking for full or part-time Parliamentary Researcher focused on policy communications to join his Westminster team.

The role is focused on, but not limited to:

• Producing written responses to constituent policy questions
• Producing appropriate social media content across all platforms
• Monitoring media coverage, liaising with local media and preparing press releases
• Managing website content
• Engaging with a wide variety of stakeholders from diverse backgrounds
• Preparing briefing notes ahead of meetings and media appearances, when required
• Researching local, regional or national issues to support Stephen’s parliamentary work and to supplement policy responses
• Responding to routine correspondence and enquires from constituents, the media, lobbyists and pressure groups
• Undertaking other ad hoc projects and general administrative duties as necessary
• Handling sensitive personal data responsibly

Essential candidate qualities:

• Politeness, respect and trustworthiness
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Competency with social media platforms
• Strong research skills
• Self-motivation and confidence in dealing with senior figures
• Highly organised, able to prioritise and manage a busy workload
• Sympathetic to the aims and values of the Conservative Party

Desirable additional candidate qualities:

• Previous parliamentary experience
• Bluetree website competency
• Speech writing
• Public speaking (such as conducting tours of Parliament)

Part-time and/or flexible working can be considered.