James Gray MP is looking for a Parliamentary Assistant for his Westminster office. Whilst the role will mainly cover casework and policy correspondence, the ideal candidate would be enthusiastic about getting involved in James’ other Parliamentary interests: the Armed Forces, the Polar Regions, and Mongolia.

Key responsibilities:

• Deal with large numbers of standard queries, as well as assisting on more complex cases from members of the public by phone, email, social media or face to face.
• Draft responses to constituents and respond to routine correspondence and enquiries. Ensure that each case is dealt with promptly, sensitively, confidentially and accurately in accordance with the MP.
• Log all cases; monitor progress and ensure all identified actions are taken. Ensure records are kept and information managed confidentially in line with the data protection legislation.
• Develop and maintain current knowledge on relevant areas of parliamentary business including Motions, legislation, Hansard, debates etc.
• Have working knowledge of relevant legislation and upcoming business including how they impact on the constituency.
• Give advice on policy issues, monitor local, regional and national media coverage and brief the MP on relevant issues.
• Produce press releases, liaise with the media, meeting deadlines as appropriate.
• Diary Management.
• There may be a requirement for the role holder to work outside of the normal working hours and travel for work occasionally.