Chris Philp MP is looking for a Senior Caseworker and Administrator to work in his busy Parliamentary Office. A good level of autonomy is needed given Chris’s responsibilities as a Minister. Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Respond to policy queries and some complex casework
• Policy research
• Manage the Member's diary and liaise with the Ministerial office team at the Home Office and Ministry of Justice
• Liaise with offices of other MPs in relation to matters connected to Chris’s Ministerial responsibilities
• Responsible for managing all aspects of the office budget, keeping the MP informed of all relevant financial matters and liaising with IPSA on office finance
• Engage professionally, confidentially and with care and integrity with members of the public, organisations in Westminster and constituents through a variety of methods
• Manage and monitor incoming calls, face to face enquiries, emails and social media enquiries, and sort and record daily mail.
• Ensure the office is fully equipped. Liaise with suppliers when required regarding office supplies and security
• Deal with security matters, keep abreast of security guidance, maintain the security system, liaise with external bodies as appropriate
• Work collaboratively with the other team members
• The role will be based in Westminster when normal operations apply

Previous experience of working for a Member of Parliament is desirable, as is evidence of a clear interest in politics. A university degree is required.