Harpreet Uppal MP is seeking a part time Parliamentary/Constituency Assistant to support her parliamentary responsibilities, engagement with Government departments, and work on behalf of constituents and communities across Huddersfield. This role would particularly suit someone who is comfortable working independently. The ideal candidate will be a self starter, enthusiastic, politically aware, and able to manage their own workload.

The successful candidate will have parliamentary or equivalent experience in a policy, political or public affairs setting and proven ability to work autonomously, exercise sound judgement and contribute within a busy and supportive team.     

Key Responsibilities
• Respond to routine policy related correspondence and enquiries from constituents, the media, lobbyists, and pressure groups.
• Analyse, evaluate and interpret briefings and data to ensure the MP is accurately informed on key issues.
• Maintain knowledge of relevant legislation, including impacts on the local constituency to support the MPs work and undertake research on relevant subjects as directed.
• Support the office manager with parliamentary diary management.
• To collaborate with colleagues in actioning social media content.
• Assist with constituency research when required and maintain a sound knowledge of issues effecting Huddersfield residents.
• Speeches and briefings for constituency events.

Essential Criteria
• Adaptable and ability to work to tight deadlines.
• Personable and able to communicate with people from all backgrounds.
• A high standard of written work, and ability to work under pressure.
• Previous parliamentary experience or other relevant experience.
• Sympathetic to the aims and values of the Labour Party.

There may be a requirement for the role holder to work outside of normal working hours, including assisting and attending events with, and on behalf of the MP. Travel to London and or Huddersfield will be required.

We are open to applicants based in London, Huddersfield or who will work remotely.