Recruitment
If you are interested in working for a Member of Parliament, you can find details of current vacancies and how to apply.
Current Vacancies
Parliamentary Assistant to Mary Robinson MP
Mary Robinson MP is looking to recruit an experienced full-time Parliamentary Assistant to join her team in Westminster. The ideal candidate will be highly motivated, with an interest in providing research and briefings on a wide range of topics.
The position would suit a candidate seeking the next step in their career in Parliament, who can manage competing priorities efficiently and calmly; is competent and confident acting on their own initiative, as well as being a strong team-player.
Requirements:
- A highly motivated staff member, with a positive attitude and ability to work collectively as part of a team
- Previous experience of working in the House and a broad knowledge of Parliamentary protocol and procedures
- Outstanding written and verbal skills, with keen attention to detail
- Ability to complete work quickly, to a high standard, often under pressure
- An interest in current affairs, local and national politics and sympathy with Conservative Party values
- Previous experience as IPSA Proxy would be desirable, but training available for the right candidate
Duties will include, but not limited to:
- Compiling research and briefing packs for MP
- Ensuring the MP is fully briefed on business of the House
- Co-management of the diary and inbox
- Acting as IPSA Proxy
- Draft policy responses to constituents, and correspondence to ministers
- Assist with casework as required
As part of your application, please answer the following:
– If Mary were to be successful in the ballot for Prime Minister’s Questions, what do you think she should ask, and why?
Salary will reflect the experience already gained by the successful candidate
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: 16th August 2020
Interview dates: w/c 24st August 2020
Please send your CV, covering letter, and answer to the above question, to info@hivesupport.co.uk
Applications sent directly to the MP will not be considered.
Caseworker to Chris Clarkson MP
Chris Clarkson MP is looking to hire a Caseworker to be part of the team for Heywood & Middleton. Caseworkers are an important role in an MP’s office, supporting the MP to ensure that constituents concerns are heard and actioned. Applicants should have an interest in local & national politics, an awareness of the constituency & be sympathetic with the values of the Conservative party.
The successful candidate will be well-organised and pro-active with strong communication skills. This role also requires a flexible and can-do attitude and the ability to deal sensitively and empathetically with constituents and casework.
Requirements:
- A highly motivated staff member, with a positive attitude and ability to work collectively as part of a team
- Experience of casework, a public facing role or working directly with the general public
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills and confidence interacting with, and advocating on behalf of, a wide range of people
- Clear and concise letter writing style
- Strong IT skills and the ability to use casework management software (training will be provided)
- Good attention to detail and ability to prioritise their workload
Duties will include, but not limited to:
- Answering enquiries from constituents and progressing casework as required
- Logging cases, monitoring progress, and ensuring data is held and processed in accordance with Regulations
- Ensure that casework is dealt with promptly, sensitively, confidentially and accurately
- Liaise with Government agencies, local government departments, housing associations and others to resolve constituency matters
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.
Salary in accordance with IPSA guidelines.
Role to be based in the constituency; remote working will also be considered.
Please send a CV and covering letter to info@hivesupport.co.uk
Virtual/social distancing interviews to be arranged.
Closing date: 22nd July
Interviews: w/c 27th July
Applications sent directly to the MP will not be considered.
Previous Vacancies
Please note that sometimes applications shut ahead of the closing date. This is usually if the MP’s requirements change, or the vacancy has been filled. We always endeavour to keep the application process open as long as possible, and we realise it is disappointing if the position you were hoping to apply for is no longer available.
If you are interested in a vacancy we are advertising, please aim to submit your application as soon as possible.
– Rob Butler MP (Parliamentary Assistant) – position filled
-Darren Henry MP (Caseworker) – position filled
-Alicia Kearns (PA/Secretary) – position filled
– Richard Fuiller MP (Constituency Caseworker x 2) – position filled
– Alicia Kearns (Caseworker) – position filled
– Kate Griffiths MP (Caseworker) – position no longer available
– Graham Stuart MP (Senior Caseworker) – position filled
– Dr Ben Spencer MP (Senior Caseworker) – position filled
– Nickie Aiken MP (Parliamentary Assistant) – position filled
– Nickie Aiken MP (Caseworker) – position filled
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Data Policy – Job Applications
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