Liz Twist MP is seeking to appoint a Senior Parliamentary Assistant to support her role as the MP for Blaydon, based in the Constituency office with some travel to Westminster when required.

The successful applicant with be a self-starter, have an extensive knowledge of current politics issues and a strong understanding of local issues relating to Blaydon constituency.

Experience of working in a similar environment such as public services, the community and voluntary sectors is desirable for this role.

Job Description

Responsibilities include:

• Undertaking research and drafting speeches
• Managing constituency projects
• Preparing briefings for the Member
• Dealing with complex casework issues and advising the Member on local and national issues
• Liaising with constituents, internal and external stakeholders
• Drafting press releases, articles and content for local and social media
• Updating online media channels including the Member’s website and social media channels
• Developing and maintain knowledge in specialist areas as required by Member
• Supporting the Member’s work in Westminster

Personal Specification

• Excellent communications skills, both written and verbal, with a keen attention to detail
• Excellent IT and social media skills
• Highly organised with the ability to prioritise and manage own workload and work to tight deadlines
• Ability to work flexibly, proactively and independently as well as part of a team
• Sympathetic to the aims and values of the Labour Party