Alison Bennett MP is seeking a motivated, enthusiastic and hard-working person to join her friendly team for a full-time 12-month internship in her constituency office in Mid Sussex, with work in Westminster as needed.

The role has been designed as an early-career development opportunity.  It would be particularly suitable for an individual seeking experience in public service, policy, casework and the operation of Parliament.

Key Responsibilities will include:

• Assisting with research on a range of routine and complex policy issues
• Assisting with and learning how to manage casework
• Assisting in drafting responses to constituents
• Assisting with administrative tasks to support the smooth running of the constituency office
• Working with other members of the team on key projects and campaigns as needed

This roll is full time and will be based in the Burgess Hill office with work in Westminster as needed. Hybrid and/or flexible working is possible.

The Ideal Candidate

• You enjoy working in a small team, contributing to the team culture and helping wherever you are needed
• You are keen to learn and eager to build a career in public service
• You understand and share Alison and the Liberal Democrats’ core values and priorities
• You demonstrate a keen interest in supporting Mid Sussex residents and Alison’s work on their behalf
• You are an effective and empathetic communicator who can tailor the style and tone of your communication for the situation and audience

Requirements

• Able to travel to and from Burgess Hill
• Right to work in the UK
• Sympathetic to Liberal Democrat values and aims
• Fluent spoken and accurate written English
• Comfortable dealing with members of the public in person, by email and by phone
• Competent IT skills

Desired Skills

• Previous customer service experience gained through paid work or volunteering
• Prior experience of a public-facing role for example volunteering/working with a community group, charity or other organisation