Job Details

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive administrative support to the MP, enabling her to effectively perform her duties as PPS to the Secretary of State for Defence.
• Undertake research on relevant subjects as directed.
• Analyse, evaluate, and interpret data to ensure the MP is accurately informed on key issues.
• Conduct research and analysis on defence-related topics to inform decision-making and policy development.
• Work with colleagues within the constituency effectively.
• Develop and maintain current knowledge on relevant areas of parliamentary business including Motions, legislation, Hansard, debates etc.
• Give advice on policy issues.
• Assist with diary management.
• Responding to routine correspondence and enquiries
• Lead on the drafting of Policy Casework Responses
• Prepare and present briefing notes for committees, press releases, parliamentary questions, etc.
• Have working knowledge of relevant legislation and upcoming business including how they impact the constituency.
• Assist in writing external communications.
• Maintain positive ongoing relationships with all parties including members of the public, groups, suppliers and Westminster where required.
• Work with colleagues in casework to identify potential impacts from the research work and disseminate them effectively.
• To advise and ensure the MP is fully briefed on potential questions and motions to be put to the House.

Personal specification, knowledge, and experience

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• A good knowledge of UK Parliament and its procedures
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritise a demanding workload, meet deadlines and work under pressure.
• Proven experience of previous work in a related area.
• Highly motivated with the ability to take initiative and be responsible for own workload.
• There may be requirement for the role holder to work outside of normal hours and travel for work occasionally.
• Ability to interact professionally with colleagues, constituents, and stakeholder
• The ideal candidate will possess a strong awareness and understanding of the Scottish political landscape