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Reference: 98616

Date Added: 17 February 2026
Closing Date: 6 March 2026

Job Title: Office Manager (Full-Time)

Working For: Iqbal Mohamed MP (Dewsbury & Batley)

Location: Batley Constituency Office

Salary: From £38k in line with IPSA pay scale based on experience

Length of Contract: Initial 6 Months Fixed-Term, extension by based on performance & mutual agreement

Job Details

Iqbal Mohamed is seeking a highly organised and proactive Office Manager to lead the daily operations of his busy constituency office. This is a key leadership role supporting the MP’s work for local residents and ensuring the office delivers a professional, efficient, effective and compassionate service.

The successful candidate will oversee office administration, coordinate casework processes, support community engagement, and help manage staff workloads and development. You should be comfortable working in a fast paced environment, able to use good judgement, and committed to public service.

Key Responsibilities
• Manage the day to day running of the constituency office including staff coordination, systems, training, & compliance
• Improve & oversee casework processes, ensure timely responses, & maintain the highest standards of service
• Support and coordinate MP surgeries, visits, and community events
• Lead and develop the constituency team, fostering a positive working culture
• Manage office budgets, invoices and IPSA compliant financial procedures
• Maintain accurate records, strong administrative processes, and data protection compliance
• Build and maintain relationships with local organisations and stakeholders
• Provide high quality support to the MP across constituency priorities, deputising where necessary

Essential Criteria
• Experience managing an office or operational team
• Strong organisational and prioritisation skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Experience of customer service, casework, or community facing roles
• Ability to lead, coach, support and motivate a diverse team
• Sound judgement and professionalism
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion
• Competent IT skills (Microsoft Office; casework systems desirable)

Desirable Criteria
• Experience in public, voluntary or community sectors
• Familiarity with IPSA rules or regulated financial processes
• Understanding of constituency issues and local communities

Parliamentary Security & Confidentiality
The role involves handling sensitive information. The successful candidate will be expected to uphold the highest standards of confidentiality, data protection and safeguarding at all times.

Upon appointment you will be required to comply with the Baseline Personnel Security Standard, undertaken by the Members’ Staff Verification Office (MSVO). See Members’ Staff Verification Office (MSVO) page for further info. MPs generally pay staff in accordance with IPSA guidelines.

Closing Date: 6 March 2026

Interview/Start Dates

Shortlisted candidates will attend a competency based interview at the constituency office in Batley as soon as possible after the closing date, including weekends.

The start date is as soon as possible subject to references, right to work checks & parliamentary security vetting (~3-6 weeks).

Application Details

Please submit:
• Your CV
• A supporting statement (maximum 2 pages) demonstrating how you meet the essential criteria

Send your application to: iqbal.mohamed.mp@parliament.uk.

Please state “Office Manager Application – [Your Name]” in the subject line.

This vacancy is being readvertised for a third time due to inexperienced and unsuitable applicants.
Candidates lacking the required experience or that have been previously rejected need not apply.

Website: http:////members.parliament.uk/member/5268

Additional Notes