Ths role will be based primarily in the constituency, with hybrid working available. It is advertised as a full-time role, but applicants seeking part-time hours will be considered. 

Key responsibilities include:

• Deal with security matters, keep abreast of security guidance, and maintain the security system
• 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
• Lead and maintain a highly professional administrative support function for the MP’s office
• 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
• Management of the Member's diary commitments, delegating tasks to others as appropriate
• Communications and external stakeholder engagement and provide strategic advice 
• Support and manage the recruitment of staff for the MP’s office
• Responsibility for managing all aspects of the budget, keeping the MP informed of all relevant financial matters and liasing with IPSA on office finance. 

Essential criteria:

• Management experience
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a small team
• Ability to multi-task and manage a wide range of competing priorities
• Strong verbal and written communication
• Reliable, diligent and professional in representing the office at all times.

Desirable experience:

• Thorough understanding of data protection legislation
• Prior parliamentary experience
• Experience of IPSA systems or other financial management experience

There may be a requirement for the role holder to work outside of the normal working hours, including attending events with the MP as required. 

All applicants should support the aims and values of the Labour party.