Parliamentary Assistant & Communications Officer
Liberal Democrats, West Brompton, Kensington and Chelsea
Parliamentary Assistant & Communications Officer
£28114-£45141
Liberal Democrats, West Brompton, Kensington and Chelsea
- Full time
- Permanent
- Onsite working
Posted 3 weeks ago, 14 Oct | Get your application in now before you miss out!
Closing date: Closing date not specified
Job ref: 8ba202d6597149c79bd1f148713a4e7b
Location ref: West Brompton, Kensington and Chelsea
Full Job Description
- Analyse, evaluate and interpret data to ensure Member is accurately informed on key issues
- Assist in writing external communications including speeches for the MP
- Attend and participate in meetings as appropriate
- Compilation of briefing packs for MPs, take notes of meetings and draft appropriate submissions
- Develop and maintain current knowledge on relevant areas of parliamentary business including Motions, legislation, Hansard, debates etc. This would include issues of importance both nationally and in the local constituency.
- Diary Management
- Efficient data and file management to ensure the office complies with the data protection legislation
- Give advice on policy issues
- Have working knowledge of relevant legislation and upcoming business including how they impact on the constituency
- Help draft amendments for reports and prepare briefing material
- Maintain positive on-going relationships with all parties including members of the public, groups, suppliers and Westminster where required
- Monitor local, regional and national media coverage and brief the MP on relevant issues
- Monitor social media activity and report any relevant trends to the Office Manager/MP
- Prepare and present briefing notes for committees, press releases, parliamentary questions etc.
- Provide generalist admin support
- Respond to routine correspondence and enquiries
- Supervise staff members where appropriate
- There may be a requirement for the role holder to work outside of normal working hours and travel for work occasionally
- To advise and ensure the MP is fully briefed on potential questions and motions to be put to the House
- Undertake research on relevant subjects as directed
- Work with colleagues in communications/casework to identify potential impacts from the research work and disseminate them effectively Additional responsibilities
- Produce press releases, liaise with the media, meeting deadlines as appropriate
- Establish, monitor and update a social media and online presence in the constituency. Produce online graphics and video content.
Direct job link
https://www.jobs24.co.uk/job/parliamentary-assistant-communications-officer-127584769