Reference: 98956
Date Added: 7 April 2026
Closing Date: 21 April 2026
Job Title: Policy Researcher
Working For: Chris Ward MP (Brighton Kemptown & Peacehaven)
Location: Brighton (can be remote)
Salary: In-line with IPSA Payscales
Length of Contract: Permanent - 3 days a week
Job Details
Chris Ward MP is looking to recruit an experienced and highly motivated Policy Researcher to join his office. This is a part-time role for 3 days a week.
The location of this role is dependent on the right candidate. Our preference is to be based in the constituency office, but we are open to it being remote.
Key responsibilities:
- Leading on policy responses in line with the MP’s views and style guide
- Take ownership of certain casework as required
- Deal with complex queries and complaints on MPs' behalf, including drafting and signing letters
- Research and monitor local, regional and national media coverage as well as social media to brief MP on relevant issues
- A strong understanding of the issues affecting constituents in Brighton Kemptown and Peacehaven
Essential:
- Knowledge of UK politics and parliamentary procedures.
- Excellent witten and oral communication skills.
- Excellent attention to detail.
- An abilitiy to prioritise a wokload and work to tight deadlines under pressure.
- Previous knowledge and casework experience (desirable)
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: 21 April 2026
Interview/Start Dates
Interviews will take place on a rolling basis, and the position may be filled before the closing date. Early applications are advised.
The successful candidate will start as soon as possible (dependent on notice periods and security vetting).
Application Details
To apply please email:
- Your CV (maximum 2 pages)
- A covering letter of no more than one A4 side outlining your suitability for this role.
Please send to chris.ward.mp@parliament.uk using the subject line ‘Policy Researcher – YOUR NAME’.
Please note, due to the high volume of expected applications, we will only be able to contact you if you have been shortlisted.
Website: https://chriswardmp.co.uk