Duties will include but not be limited to:
• Assisting in writing internal and external communications including speeches, questions and early day motions
• Assisting with casework as required
• Attending meetings and visits when required
• Diary management
• Compilation of briefing packs and taking meeting notes
• Confidential, professional and caring engagement with members of the public and stakeholders
• Develop and maintain current knowledge on relevant areas of parliamentary business
• Have working knowledge of relevant legislation and upcoming business including how they impact on the constituency
• Monitor local, regional, and national media coverage and provide briefings on relevant issues
• Monitor social media activity and report any relevant trends to the team
• Respond to routine correspondence and enquiries
• Undertake research on relevant subjects as directed

Key Requirements:
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• An ability to handle matters sensitively, confidentially and to work well as part of a small team
• Good command of IT, website tools and social media applications
• A keen interest in politics and current affairs with strong academic record
• Links to or knowledge of the constituency will be beneficial but not essential