Jessica Toale MP is seeking an experienced and highly organised Chief of Staff. This senior role will focus on day-to-day team management and the delivery of priority projects, ensuring the MP’s office operates effectively and strategically.

This role will be based in Jessica's Bournemouth office. Key responsibilities: 

• 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
• Exposure and management of complex cases
• Have final signoff on all relevant delegated areas from the MP, for example constituent correspondence
• 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
• 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
• There may be requirement for the role holder to work outside of the normal working hours, including attending events with the MP as required

The ideal candidate will have strong leadership and communication skills, excellent judgement, and experience managing teams and complex projects in a fast-paced environment. Political or parliamentary experience is desirable.

This is a part-time role with flexibility for the right candidate.