Full Time (37 hours per week)

This role will provide research, briefing and analysis for the Scottish Conservative Parliamentary Group in Holyrood. This is an exciting time to work in Scottish politics and the successful candidate will play a crucial role supporting the Scottish Conservative Parliamentary Group to scrutinise and hold the Scottish Government to account.

Responsibilities include:

- Gathering and distributing valuable data to support the Group’s activities
- Keeping knowledge of policy areas and national issues up-to-date
- Carrying out research projects
- Obtaining and compiling relevant research documents from external bodies
- Preparing and delivering regular briefings
- Analysing, evaluating and interpreting data and statistics

Depending on experience, the successful candidate may be asked to perform the additional duties below:

- Engaging with the wider research community to ensure the Group has access to accurate data
- Collaborating with colleagues from different service areas across the Parliament
- Liaising with various external groups e.g. think-tanks, NGOs, and other elected representatives
- Developing relationships with counterparts in other UK legislatures and wider research community

Requirements:

- A quick learner with multitasking skills
- An effective problem solver able to work to set deadlines
- Analytical and critical thinking skills
- Able to produce accurate and influential work
- Excellent communications skills
- An effective team worker
- Excellent written, verbal and IT skills

Desirable:

- A strong interest in Scottish politics
- The ability to fully support the Group’s MSPs in carrying out their parliamentary duties and responsibilities