Location
Edinburgh
Office
MSP Staff
Advertising Salary:
£30,000 per annum (pro-rata)

About The Role

Keith Brown MSP is looking for a Parliamentary Assistant to join his team.

Salary: £30,000 per annum (pro-rata)

Hours: Part-time – 28 hours per week during core office hours.

Location: Alloa/Holyrood

Working for a Member of the Scottish Parliament (MSP)

MSPs are employers in their own right. Under their employment, you will become part of a team supporting them in carrying out their duties. You'll work in a dynamic and fast paced environment to provide an outstanding service for constituents.

Duties and Responsibilities

Assisting MSP’s Head of Office with day-to-day parliamentary and constituency responsibilities which include:

  • Communications – contributing to social media channels, local/national press and website content
  • Drafting and tabling Parliamentary motions and questions
  • Drafting speeches
  • Casework
  • Preparing briefings on relevant local and national issues

About You

Skills and Attributes Required

• Excellent organisational skills while being flexible in prioritising workloads during busy times.
• Excellent communications skills, with accurate attention to detail and the ability to work effectively with colleagues.
• Strong, proactive work ethic.
• Relevant IT skills – including Microsoft Office, social media platforms & digital communications.
• Flexibility to work between Alloa and Edinburgh 
• A commitment to support Keith Brown MSP in pursuit of his values and aspirations.

The Selection Process

To apply, click on "send CV" and upload your CV and supporting statement as one document. When you've clicked "send CV" use the text box to provide wording for the cover email. Your supporting statement should outline how you meet the requirements detailed above for this role. Applications that do not include a supporting statement may not be considered.  

If you are experiencing any issues with the applications process, please send your CV and supporting statement directly to: [email protected]

Closing Date: Friday 25 October 2024 at 12pm

Interviews will be held on Friday 8 November in Alloa.
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