Tom Rutland MP is seeking to recruit a Constituency Support Officer to join his team on a full-time basis, to support him with his work on behalf of the constituents of East Worthing & Shoreham.

This is an ideal opportunity to support an active & engaged MP, where you will be involved in all areas of Tom's work, with opportunity to contribute & work collaboratively. 

The role includes the management of policy enquiries & developing effective communication & campaign strategies, engaging with local stakeholders & working on projects & campaigns to support the MP’s work in the constituency.

Duties will include, but not be limited to:

• Managing the MP’s inbox
• Research & draft responses to constituents on policy and campaign issues.
• Support wider communications objectives via mass mailing.
• Work collaboratively to identify & organise community engagement projects.
• Establishing effective working relationships with local stakeholders.
• Undertake research to ensure MP is accurately informed on key issues affecting relevant interests.
• Assist with research & projects.
• Assist the Senior Communications Advisor as required.
• Assist with arranging & attending events.
• Horizon scan to identify opportunities to pursue topics of local importance & to progress priority campaigns.

Person Specification - Essential:

• Exceptional written & verbal communication skills & the ability to produce high-quality copy.
• An interest in current affairs & policy issues.
• Ability to build relationships with a range of stakeholders.
• Knowledge of how to use social media, websites & email.
• Understanding of how to produce graphics & content.
• Experience of researching & presenting information in an easily digestible format
• Ability to work well as part of a team
• Ability to use own initiative
• Ability to work well under pressure, multi-task & able to meet tight deadlines
• Commitment to the values of the Labour Party

Desirable:

• Previous experience working in Parliament or with MPs
• Knowledge of how to analyse online metrics to improve future communications
• Experience of using Adobe and Canva
• A full UK driving license
• Good all-round IT skills
• Ability to work out of hours on occasion