Roles and Responsibilities of Parliamentary and Research Assistant

• Conducting research and writing concise but comprehensive briefings ahead of meetings, media appearances, conferences etc.
• Writing speeches for Chamber appearances and external events.
• ⁠⁠Analysing and interpreting data to ensure Angus is accurately informed on key issues.
• ⁠Responding professionally, sensitively and with integrity to complex casework.
• Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation and parliamentary events.
• ⁠Managing press enquiries, Angus’s website and social media.
• ⁠⁠Monitoring local, regional, and national media coverage and briefing Angus on relevant issues with particular attention to Scotland and the West Highlands.
• Additional ad-hoc duties as required.
• Working with the team in Scotland

Essential Skills & Experience:

• ⁠Keen interest in politics and sympathetic with the values and aims of the Liberal Democratic Party and issues in Scotland
• ⁠Excellent research skills, with an ability to work accurately and efficiently in a fast-paced political environment.
• ⁠Highly organised, proactive and a strong work ethic.
• ⁠High-quality written and verbal communication skills.
• ⁠Campaigning, including management and monitoring of social media channels.
• ⁠Competency with IT, including Microsoft Office, Mailchimp, Canva etc.⁠