Dr Dan Poulter MP is looking for a Parliamentary Researcher to join his busy team, based in Westminster.

The successful candidate will have:

• Proven research skills with the ability to draft correspondence and briefings
• Working knowledge of relevant legislation and upcoming Parliamentary business, with an understanding of how they impact the constituency
• Analytical skills with an ability to identify & investigate trends, & interpret data
• Highly effective written and verbal communication skills, with strong attention to detail
• Excellent organisational skills with an ability to prioritise workloads
• The ability to work independently but support the wider objectives of the team

The following would be desirable, but not essential:

• Previous experience in a similar role
• Knowledge of the local area of Central Suffolk & North Ipswich
• Sympathetic to the aims and objectives of the Conservative Party

The role will involve:

• Undertaking research on complex subjects
• Analysing, evaluating & interpreting data to ensure the Member is accurately informed on key issues
• Preparing & presenting results for the purposes of briefing notes for Committees, Parliamentary Questions, articles & press releases
• Advising the Member on policy issues
• Researching local, regional or national issues to support the Member’s work
• Leading on project work when required
• Liaising with government agencies, local authorities, the voluntary sector & others to assist constituents
• Drafting responses to a wide range of policy correspondence & enquiries from constituents, lobbyists, local interest groups & other stakeholders on a wide range of issues
• Ensuring records are managed confidentially in line with the Data Protection Act
• Tabling parliamentary questions & monitoring legislative agenda
• Diary management

This is a demanding but rewarding role with an opportunity to make a real difference. The position requires a person who is highly organised & fully committed to providing key support to the Member in a fast-moving working environment.

The role will be 37.5 hours per week, with a preference to work the hours primarily across Monday to Thursday, so flexibility to work into the evenings would be advantageous. There may be a requirement to work on Fridays in the constituency on an ad hoc basis.