Elaine Stewart MP for Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock is recruiting an organised and reliable Administrative Officer to support the day-to-day running of the constituency office.

The role is office-based in Ayr and remote/hybrid working will not be considered. The contracted core hours will be 25 hours per week.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with office budget administration and monitor expenditure.
• Maintain office systems and procedures.
• Ensure MP’s diary is organised and coordinated with parliamentary office in Westminster
• Support appropriate office security arrangements.
• Build positive relationships with staff constituents, and external community stakeholders.
• Assist the MP and team in responding to correspondence and day-to-day issues.
• Help ensure the constituency office is organised and appropriately equipped.
• Provide general administrative support to the MP and office team.
• Support basic HR administration, including contracts and holiday records.

Key Skills
• Experience of administrative and office support work.
• Good organisational and time-management skills.
• Ability to manage a varied workload and meet deadlines.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Good financial and administrative skills, including budget monitoring.
• Ability to handle sensitive information professionally and confidentially.
• Proficient in standard Microsoft Office applications, including Excel.

Desirable Skills
• Knowledge of Parliamentary systems, procedures and processes.
• Experience in a political, public sector, or similarly fast-paced environment.
• Experience of handling confidential information.
• Experience of dealing with members of the public and external organisations.
• Sympathetic with the aims and values of the Labour Party.