Working For: James Sunderland MP (Bracknell)

Location: Bracknell

Salary: £21,300 – £28,630

Length of Contract: Permanent, subject to 6-month probationary period

Job Details:  The successful candidate will work closely with James and the rest of the team to support him in his constituency work. 

Candidates should have the following attributes:

• Strong written and oral communication skills and confidence interacting with, and advocating on behalf of, a wide range of people.
• Excellent research skills.
• Highly organised, able to prioritise and manage a busy and diverse workload.
• Personable and able to work as part of a small team.
• Commitment to collaborative working.
• High attention to detail.
• The ability to work with sensitivity, discretion, and a strict adherence to data protection legislation.

Responsibilities to include:

• Draft and send responses to constituents.
• Progress key projects.
• Action and resolve constituency casework.
• Support communications objectives via the website, mass mailing, newsletters, and social media.
• Edit videos and design graphics.
• Analyse patterns of enquiries and produce reports.
• Attend meetings when required.
• Retain records and information confidentially and in line with the Data Protection Act.

Previous experience working in a Parliamentary or related setting is desirable but not essential. Training will be offered to the successful candidate.

Applicants must be sympathetic to the aims and values of the Conservative and Unionist 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 pay staff in accordance with IPSA guidelines.

Closing Date: 30 April 2023