Are you passionate about people, politics and policymaking?

Brent is one of London’s most dynamic, diverse and ambitious boroughs. Home to Wembley Stadium, the Kiln Theatre, the Neasden Temple, thriving town centres and some of the capital’s most vibrant communities, Brent brings together inner city and suburban London in one place. It is a borough of huge opportunity, sharp contrasts and real complexity, which makes it a fascinating and rewarding place to work in local government.

Following the May 2026 local elections, the Brent Labour Group is entering a new political term with a clear policy direction: to Believe in Brent and to help make the borough cleaner, safer and more affordable. This role will help the Labour Group continue to connect local priorities with wider policy change, making sure Brent’s voice is heard beyond the borough.

We are looking for an outstanding Political Assistant to support the Labour Group of Councillors as they work to deliver that programme in a more plural Council environment, requiring collaboration, strong organisation, careful political judgement and effective communication.

The Post

This is a varied and fast-moving role at the heart of the Labour Group, supporting a wide range of councillors and working closely with the Head of the Leader’s Office, Labour Group Officers and Members across the Group.

In this post you will:

• Acting as first point of contact for the administration, supporting them with Labour Group business.
• Leading on the work programme for the administration, providing executive support to the Labour Group.
• Interfacing between the political leadership and the Council’s corporate management structure, assisting with the coordination, development and delivery of priorities.
• Researching, evaluating and analysing issues which are of interest, relevance and importance to members of the Group.
• To establish and develop appropriate systems to communicate on behalf of the administration.