The Rt Hon Jonathan Reynolds MP is looking for a highly motivated and hardworking Parliamentary Assistant to support him in his Parliamentary work. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced individual with excellent communication skills, and a strong political awareness.

The post holder will work 2-3 days a week across Monday to Thursday. Hours and days of work to be discussed with the successful candidate. There may be a requirement to work outside of normal hours and travel for work occasionally.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyse, evaluate and interpret data to ensure Member is accurately informed on key issues
• Attend and participate in meetings as appropriate
• Compilation of briefing packs for MPs, take notes of meetings and draft appropriate submissions
• Develop and maintain current knowledge on relevant areas of parliamentary business including Motions, legislation, Hansard, debates etc. This would include issues of importance both nationally and in the local constituency.
• Efficient data and file management to ensure the office complies with the data protection legislation 
• Have working knowledge of relevant legislation and upcoming business including how they impact on the constituency
• Help draft amendments for reports and prepare briefing material
• Prepare and present briefing notes for committees, press releases, parliamentary questions etc
• Project Work
• Undertake research on relevant subjects as directed
• Diary support 

Person Specification

• The successful candidate should have experience of working in an MP’s office, political environment or similar
• Be positive, self-motivated and able to manage own workload
• Excellent written and oral communications skills
• Ability to work swiftly and independently, with a strong eye for detail
• Be proactive and highly organised with the ability to manage multiple and conflicting priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong political judgement with the ability to think and plan strategically
• Share the aims, values and objectives of the Labour Party