Job Title: Constituency Support Officer
Working for: Satvir Kaur MP
Location: Southampton
Salary: In line with IPSA payscales, depending on experience
Contract: Permanent, full time

An exciting opportunity to join a small, dedicated team supporting the MP for Southampton Test, Satvir Kaur. The role will be based in the Southampton constituency office but there will be an occasional requirement to provide support in Satvir’s Parliamentary office.

Key responsibilities:
Working closely with our Communications Lead, you will:
• Attend constituency meetings as appropriate
• Critically analyse patterns of enquiries and articulate the findings in reports and communication with the MP and other staff members
• Follow up on social media queries and comments
• Monitor media coverage, assist with media liaison, prepare press releases as required (on constituency, non-party-political matters)
• There may be a requirement for the role holder to work outside of the normal working hours and travel for work occasionally

Additional responsibilities:
• Support and coordinate local campaigns on constituency matters
• Attend local events and activities with Satvir to capture photos, footage, and quotes from constituents.
• Any other duties commensurate with the grade of the post

Essential Skills
• Awareness of current affairs
• Sensitivity when handling controversial issues, and willingness to seek guidance when necessary
• Excellent written, oral and visual communication skills and an ability to cater to different audiences
• Ability to create and maintain strong working relationships with local stakeholders, including local and regional journalists

Desirable
• Experience of working in Parliament, local government, or political / advocacy settings
• Demonstrable experience in digital communications, including producing and editing graphics and video content. Experience with content management systems, such as WordPress and email marketing platforms such as MailChimp
• Familiarity with social media platforms including Instagram, Facebook, Tiktok, X, and Bluesky
• Experience in graphic design for print and digital