Matthew is looking for a full-time Senior Parliamentary Assistant to join his busy Westminster team. This is an exciting opportunity to support his work as the MP for Greenwich and Woolwich, including taking on responsibility for ensuring that his policy correspondence and local work remain of the highest standard.

Job description

• Research local, regional or national issues to support Matthew’s work
• Research and monitor local, regional, and national media coverage online and through social media and brief Matthew on relevant issues
• Analyse, evaluate and interpret data to ensure Matthew is accurately informed on key issues
• Horizon-scanning, anticipate what advice or action may be required; proactively identify problems and resolve them
• Produce and present high-quality written reports, briefing notes, and professional advice
• Respond to routine correspondence and enquiries from constituents, media, lobbyists and pressure groups
• Take ownership of certain casework as required
• Manage and progress complex cases
• Deal with complex queries and complaints on Matthew’s behalf, including drafting correspondence to a high-standard
• Lead on project work as required
• Maintain and utilise knowledge of relevant legislation, including impact on the local constituency

Person specification

• Organised, motivated and enthusiastic
• Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively with the wider office
• An excellent grasp of written English
• An ability to quickly adopt Matthew’s writing style and the office’s house style for preparing correspondence
• Experience of managing incoming casework
• Experience of research and drafting responses, formal letters, briefings and reports
• Previous experience of working in a parliamentary office or similar environment
• A good understanding of Parliament and the political landscape
• Sympathy with the aims and values of the Labour Party

There may be a requirement for the role holder to occasionally work outside of normal working hours, including assisting with events with Matthew as requested and travel to the Greenwich and Woolwich constituency. The role holder would have the option to work from Westminster, home or a combination of both.