Role: PLP Political Officer (Scotland and Wales)

Salary: £45,963.35 (gross) per annum inclusive of London Weighting, with a fixed sum allowance of £1,195. There is the ability to progress to £52,355.86 over the next 3 years.

Current employees in banding 28-34 will maintain their existing salary.

Location: Parliament

Duration: Permanent

The Labour Party is looking to recruit a PLP Political Officer. The post-holder will be responsible for providing a comprehensive service for Scottish and Welsh members of the PLP on both devolved matters and from within Westminster.

The successful candidate will have demonstrable knowledge of current affairs in a political context, particularly in Scotland and Wales; Knowledge of the aims and structure of the Labour Party.; Experience of working with multiple stakeholders in a political environment; and Excellent communication skills.

To apply for this post, please upload your CV to the ‘upload resume’ section. In the cover note section, using the person specification outlined in the job description, please detail briefly how your knowledge, skills and experience enable you to meet our required criteria. Shortlisting will depend on how closely you meet these criteria. Both CV and cover note are required in order for your application to be considered.

The deadline for applications is 8 September 2026.

Interviews will be held w/c 14th September.

The Labour Party values equality and diversity, and welcomes applications from candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership, or pregnancy and maternity.

https://careers.labour.org.uk/jobs/88632082-de65-47e4-9e5a-4375d77bb3fc/apply