The Rt Hon Richard Holden MP, Shadow Transport Secretary, is looking for a Senior Parliamentary Assistant to be based in his Westminster office.

The role will primarily administer his office, manage his diary and inbox, contribute to communications, supporting Richard in both his constituency work for residents of Basildon & Billericay and in his Parliamentary work, including Shadow Transport Secretary duties.

The ideal candidate will be highly organised, enthusiastic and have a keen interest in politics. They should be an excellent communicator, have excellent attention to detail and preferably experience of social media and campaigning. Responsibilities also include inbox and diary management, some policy research, and IPSA budget management. As well as providing overarching leadership for the constituency team.

Key responsibilities:
• Maintain a highly professional administrative support function for the MP’s office
• Overall management of the MP's diary and cooperation with the whips and shadow transport team
• Organise and accompany Richard on parliamentary visits and events, as required
• Management of office budget, keeping Richard informed of all relevant financial matters and liaising with IPSA
• When required assist with casework and responses to constituents
• Have working knowledge of relevant legislation and upcoming business
• Ensuring all records and data are managed confidentially and in line with current data protection legislation
• Undertaking other ad hoc projects as necessary
• There may be a requirement for the role holder to work outside of normal working hours, including assisting with events as requested and travel for work occasionally

Skills & experience:
• Good understanding of politics and public policy
• ⁠Highly organised, proactive and can take the initiative
• High-quality written and verbal communication skills
• Campaigning, including management and monitoring of social media channels
• Competency with IT, including video editing
• Excellent research skills, with an ability to work accurately efficiently in a fast-paced political environment
• Sympathetic to the aims and values of the Conservative Party
• Knowledge of Basildon and Billericay helpful but not essential