Helen Maguire MP is looking for a full time Office Manager/Chief of Staff with a positive, can-do attitude to join her team. This role will oversee day-to-day operations and will be based in either the constituency office in Leatherhead or in Westminster subject to the candidate. Regular travel between offices will be required.

The successful candidate will be primarily responsible for:

• Directly managing Helen’s team and overseeing the HR function
• Managing Helen’s diary and inbox
• Overseeing the efficient running of the MP office, including financial records
• Liaising with external agencies and Parliamentary departments
• Dealing with security matters, keeping abreast of security guidance, maintaining the security system, liaise with external bodies
• Ensuring the office is fully equipped and maintained

Applicants must be able to demonstrate exceptional organisation and managerial skills and be proficient in the use of standard email applications, word processing and spreadsheet management.

Previous experience of direct line management is essential. You must have a meticulous eye for detail and be highly organised. You must also have strong verbal and written communication skills, an excellent telephone manner and work well in a team.

Familiarity with casework is desirable. Sympathy with the philosophy and values of the Liberal Democrats is also desirable.

There may be requirement to work outside of the normal working hours, including attending events with Helen.