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Reference: 94877

Date Added: 1 November 2024
Closing Date: 14 November 2024

Job Title: Senior Policy Researcher

Working For: Miatta Fahnbulleh MP (Peckham)

Location: London

Salary: In line with IPSA pay scales

Length of Contract: Permanent

Job Details

Miatta Fahnbulleh MP is looking for a highly committed individual for the role of Senior Policy Researcher in her busy constituency office.

Key responsibilities will include:

  • Analysing, evaluating and interpreting data to ensure the Memebr is accuratley informed on key issues
  • Lead on constituency projects across key priorities
  • Dealing with complex queries and complaints on the MP's behalf, including drafting letters
  • Establishing and developing appropriate strategies around research development
  • Horizon scanning, anticipate what advice or action may be required, proactivley identify problems and resolve them
  • Lead on project work as required
  • Lead and organise community engagement events
  • Building relationships with and liasing with key stakeholders
  • Respond to routine correspondence and enquiries from constituents, lobbyists and pressure groups
  • Respond to policy enquiries from constituents
  • Take ownership of certian casework as required
  • To produce and present high quality written reports, briefing notes and professional advice
  • Undertake research on relevant subjects as directed
  • Undertake supervisory responsibility as required

Essential Skills Required:

  • Ability to prioritise and manage a large and varied caseload, working well under pressure.
  • Handle complex, time-sensitive, and often emotive issues accurately, efficiently, and with empathy.
  • Maintain comprehensive and accurate case records.
  • Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills.
  • Good IT skills, including experience with MS Office applications.
  • Ability to write letters and emails to a high professional standard.
  • Self-motivated with the ability to work independently, while also working effectively as part of a small team
  • Supportive of the aims and values of The Labour Party.

Additional information:

There may be a requirement to work outisde of normal hours, including evenings and weekends and some occasional travel for work.

Upon appointment you will be required to apply for security clearance, undertaken by the Security Vetting and Pass Office. See Members’ Staff Security Clearance page for further info. MPs generally pay staff in accordance with IPSA guidelines.

Closing Date: 14 November 2024

Interview/Start Dates

Interview dates - 20th, 21st and 22 November

Application Details

Please include "Senior Policy Researcher Application" in the subject line of your email.

Applicants should submit a CV summary (no more than 2 pages) along with a cover letter (no more than 1 page) detailing how you meet the required skills for the position.

Additionally, please provide the contact details of two references (one of whom must be your current or most recent employer).

Send your application to miatta.fahnbulleh.mp@parliament.uk 

Website: http://miattafahnbulleh.org

Additional Notes