Jonathan Gullis MP is looking for a Senior Parliamentary Researcher or Parliamentary Researcher, dependant upon experience and interview, to join his Westminster office.

Main responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• Undertaking desk research on a wide range of local and national issues to support Jonathan’s parliamentary work
• Analysing, evaluating and interpreting data on key policy issues
• Developing and maintaining current knowledge of bills, legislation and upcoming parliamentary debates
• Preparing detailed and well researched briefing notes ahead of meetings, engagements, parliamentary questions and debates
• Assist in writing external communications, including speeches and press releases for Jonathan
• Project Work
• Help draft amendments for reports (e.g. Select Committee, APPG’s etc.)
• London Diary Management
• Co-ordinate meetings and plan and support as appropriate/required
• Monitor local, regional and national media coverage and brief Jonathan on relevant issues
• Attend events with Jonathan as required, take notes of meetings and draft appropriate submissions
• Respond to routine correspondence and enquiries from constituents, the media, lobbyists and pressure groups
• 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, businesses and stakeholders, through all verbal and written communication
• Give tours of the Houses of Parliament
• General administration tasks and special projects when required
• There may be a requirement for the role holder to work outside of normal working hours and travel for work occasionally

Skills and Capabilities:

• Experience of working in Parliament (preferable)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong research skills
• Ability to work in a team and independently
• Have a keen interest in British politics and current affairs
• The ability to maintain complete discretion and confidentiality
• A pro-active attitude to work with a high degree of flexibility
• Ability to work under pressure
• Highly organised, able to prioritise and manage a heavy workload
• Willing to acquire local knowledge about Stoke-on-Trent North, Kidsgrove and Talke and key areas of interest to Jonathan
• Sympathetic to the aims of the Conservative Party