Responsibilities 

• Collate all required information from team members to present to the MP

• Conduct parliamentary research as required 

• Deal with security matters, keep abreast of security guidance, maintain the security system, liaise with external bodies as appropriate 

• Ensure the office is fully equipped 

• Exposure and management of complex cases 

• Have final sign off on all relevant delegated areas from the MP, for example constituent correspondence 

• Horizon-scanning, anticipate what advice or action may be required; proactively identify problems and resolve them 

• Identify training opportunities and ensure the office team maintain and develop knowledge of relevant legislation where appropriate 

• Lead and maintain a highly professional administrative support function for the MP’s office 

• Liaise with groups/personnel including at Westminster, within the constituency and the general public on the MP’s behalf as necessary 

• Manage the office team, ensuring accurate personnel records are kept and notifying IPSA of contractual changes as necessary 

• Overall management of the Member's diary commitments, delegating tasks to others as appropriate 

• Plan the MPs internal communications and external stakeholder engagement and provide strategic advice on constituent matters on behalf of the MP where appropriate 

• Provide high quality, efficient and effective support to the MP and interest groups as required 

• Responsibility for managing all aspects of the budget, keeping the MP informed of all relevant financial matters and liaising with IPSA on office finance 

• Support and manage the recruitment of staff for the MP’s office 

• Take ownership of certain casework as required 

• There may be requirement for the role holder to work outside of the normal working hours, including attending events with the MP as required

Skills required

• Meticulous organisation and attention to detail

• Patience, empathy and good verbal communication skills

• Ability to work flexibly in a team

• Excellent organisational skills, able to prioritise and meet strict deadlines

• Excellent command of written and spoken English

• Creative eye for good photos and graphics

• Proficiency in digital communication tools, platforms and desktop publishing packages

• Experience working with volunteers or large teams

• Sympathy with the aims & values of the Liberal Democrats

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Upon appointment you will be required to apply for security clearance, undertaken by the Security Vetting and Pass Office. See Members’ Staff Security Clearance page for further info. MPs generally pay staff in accordance with IPSA guidelines.