Alex Davies-Jones, MP for Pontypridd, is seeking a P/T (up to 30 hrs per week) Senior Parliamentary Assistant to support her Parliamentary work.

The role will be based in London with occasional travel to the constituency. 

Alex is looking for an individual who is highly organised, enthusiastic and have a strong political awareness.  They should be an excellent communicator, have excellent attention to detail and experience of social media and campaigning.

Key Responsibilities

Analyse, evaluate, and interpret data to ensure the MP is accurately informed on key issues.

Deal with complex queries and complaints on the MPs’ behalf including drafting and signing letters.

Inbox and diary management.

Establish and develop appropriate strategies around research development.

Ensure the office team maintain and develop knowledge of relevant legislation where appropriate.

Maintain a highly professional administrative support function for the MP’s office.

Maintain and utilise knowledge of relevant legislation, including impact on the local constituency.

Liaise with stakeholders, groups/personnel including at Westminster, within the constituency and the general public on the MP’s behalf as necessary.

Manage and progress complex cases.

Prepare and present results for the purposes of briefing notes for committees, parliamentary questions, articles and press releases.

Engage with external stakeholders 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 research and monitor local, regional, and national media coverage online and through social media and brief the MP on relevant issues.

There may be requirement for the role holder to work outside of the normal working hours, including attending events with the MP as required. 

To advise and ensure the MP is fully briefed on potential questions and motions to be put to the House.

To produce and present high-quality written reports, briefing notes, and professional advice.

Undertake research on relevant subjects as directed.