Reference: 99941
Date Added: 7 August 2026
Closing Date: 20 August 2026
Job Title: Policy Caseworker
Working For: Luke Murphy MP (Basingstoke)
Location: Flexible London or Basingstoke
Salary: In line with IPSA pay scales
Length of Contract: Fixed term until 31st March 2027
Job Details
Luke Murphy MP is looking for a diligent and personable Policy Caseworker to join his team, leading on constituent casework and supporting his policy work in Parliament.
You'll be the first point of contact for constituents raising problems and policy concerns, working through issues ranging from housing and benefits to immigration and local services, while also helping Luke stay on top of live policy debates.
Key Responsibilities:
• Manage a busy caseload, handling constituent enquiries with care, accuracy and appropriate confidentiality.
• Draft clear, well-reasoned responses to constituents on casework and policy matters.
• Liaise with government departments, agencies and local organisations to resolve cases.
• Monitor and brief Luke on relevant policy developments and legislation.
• Support preparation for parliamentary questions, debates and constituent surgeries.
• Contribute to correspondence, briefings and content on policy issues, including for social media and the website.
• Provide general administrative support to the office as required.
Essential Skills & Attributes:
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage a varied, busy caseload.
• Good judgement, discretion and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and use initiative.
• Interest in and good knowledge of current affairs and public policy.
• Sympathetic to the aims and values of the Labour Party.
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: 20 August 2026
Interview/Start Dates
Interviews will take place WC 24th August.
Application Details
Please email zak.southward@parliament.uk with your CV and a one-page cover letter.
All emails should have the subject line: "Policy Caseworker Application" followed by your name.
Website: https://lukemurphy.org.uk