Job 1 - Research Officer

• Undertake research, usually from readily available sources, on straightforward subjects.

• Analyse, evaluate and interpret data to ensure the MP is accurately informed on key issues.

• Monitor media coverage and brief the MP on relevant issues.

• Give advice on policy issues.

• Supervise Staff members where appropriate.

• Project Management.

Job 2 - Administrative Officer

• Opening and dispatching mail.

• Diary management.

• Assisting with arrangements for events (non-political).

• Responding to enquiries by telephone and email, passing on queries to other team members/MP as appropriate.

• Providing administrative support in relation to MP's expenses scheme.

• Handling administrative arrangements for meetings with members of the public/MP surgeries.

• Photocopying, filing, record-keeping and typing correspondence.

• Liaise with external suppliers when required regarding office supplies.

Essential attributes:

• Experience of dealing with the public.

• Good written & interpersonal skills.

• Ability to prioritise a workload, work independently and as part of a team.

• Commitment to Labour values.

• Knowledge of local & national politics.

• Good IT skills.