Are you interested in local democracy and politics? Are you looking for a challenging opportunity to develop your skills? Do you have a background in Conservative politics?

Gloucestershire County Council employs three Political Assistants supporting the three largest political groups). A vacancy has arisen for the post that supports the Conservative Group.

You will support the political group in managing and co-ordinating group business, as well as keeping a watching brief on national developments affecting local government. You will also draft press releases, prepare briefings and support group members in their day-to-day activities.

You should possess excellent oral and written communication skills and have experience of working in a political environment but that does not necessarily need to be in Gloucestershire. You should be self-motivated and have the ability to manage changing priorities. Experience of working with or for the Conservative party, or of supporting Conservative political aims, is desirable, but not essential.

Political awareness and sensitivity are essential requirements and working with the media and other partners, ideally in local government is desirable. Education to degree standard is preferable but not essential.

It is likely that you will be able to work remotely for part of each week although you will need to come to Shire Hall for group meetings, formal Council meetings and other informal sessions with councillors and officers.

The post is designated under Section 9 of the Local Government and Housing Act 1989 as politically restricted. The post may be available on a job share basis.

For further information please visit: https://myjobs.gloucestershire.gov.uk/pages/job_search_view.aspx?jobId=5156&JobIndex=3&categoryList=&minsal=0&maxsal=150000&workingPatternList=&services=&keywords=&PageIndex=1&Number=46

Or please contact Simon Harper in Democratic Services at Gloucestershire County Council on: 01452 324202 or email simon.harper@gloucestershire.gov.uk