Job Details
Main duties

Lead and maintain a highly professional administrative support function for the MP's office
Collate all required information from team members to present to the MP
Deal with security matters, keep abreast of security guidance, maintain the security system, liaise with external bodies as appropriate
Ensure the office is fully equipped
Horizon-scanning, anticipate what advice or action may be required; proactively identify problems and resolve them
Identify training opportunities and ensure the office team maintain and develop knowledge of relevant legislation where appropriate
Liaise with groups/personnel including at Westminster, within the constituency and the general public on the MP's behalf as necessary
Manage the office team, ensuring accurate personnel records are kept and notifying IPSA of contractual changes as necessary
Overall management of the Member's diary commitments, delegating tasks to others as appropriate
Plan the MPs internal communications and external stakeholder engagement and provide strategic advice on constituent matters on behalf of the MP where appropriate
Provide high quality, efficient and effective support to the MP and interest groups as required
Responsibility for managing all aspects of the budget, keeping the MP informed of all relevant financial matters and liaising with IPSA on office finance
Support and manage the recruitment of staff for the MP's office
Flexibility to support, or travel to, the constituency office
Skills required

Previous experience working as a Senior Administrator/Office Manager
Excellent organisational skills and ability to prioritise a demanding workload to meet strict deadlines
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Good interpersonal skills with the ability to handle challenging situations
Able to work independently and as part of a small team
Strong awareness and understanding of current political issues
Sympathetic to Liberal Democrat values