Key responsibilities:
Analyse, evaluate and interpret data to ensure Member is accurately informed on key issues
Assist in writing external communications including speeches for the MP
Assist with casework as required
Attend and participate in meetings as appropriate
Compilation of briefing packs for MPs, take notes of meetings and draft appropriate submissions
Develop and maintain current knowledge on relevant areas of parliamentary business including Motions, legislation, Hansard, debates etc.
Efficient data and file management to ensure the office complies with the data protection legislation
Engage confidentially, professionally, with care and integrity with members of the public, through telephone enquiries, social media, email and face to face
Exposure and management of complex cases
Give advice on policy issues
Have working knowledge of relevant legislation and upcoming business including how they impact on the constituency
Help draft amendments for reports and prepare briefing material
Maintain positive on-going relationships with all parties including members of the public, groups, suppliers and Westminster where required
Assist with monitoring local, regional and national media coverage and brief the MP on relevant issues
Assist with social media activity and report any relevant trends to the MP
Prepare and present briefing notes for committees, press releases, parliamentary questions etc.
Progress casework as required
Project Management/Project Work /Provide generalist admin support
Respond to routine correspondence and enquiries
To advise and ensure the MP is fully briefed on potential questions and motions to be put to the House
Undertake research on relevant subjects as directed Work with colleagues in communications/casework to identify potential impacts from the research work and disseminate them effectively
There may be a requirement for the role holder to work outside of normal working hours and travel for work occasionally