Constituency Support Officer for Eddie Hughes Mp - Bloxwich, United Kingdom - Hive Support Ltd

Hive Support Ltd

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Bloxwich, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Eddie Hughes MP is looking to recruit a Constituency Support Officer to join his team, in Bloxwich, to support him with his work on behalf of the constituents of Walsall North.

The Constituency Support Officer will assist with local meetings, surgeries, and events, as well as engaging with constituents and other stakeholders.

The postholder will assist with constituency casework and enquiries, as well as support the MP in his constituency engagement.

Eddie is looking for a team member who is passionate about the difference MPs can make to the lives of their constituents, with strong initiative and someone who is keen to make their mark, make the role their own, and support the work of a busy team working on pressing local and national issues.

A positive attitude and willingness to roll up your sleeves is much more valuable than directly relevant experience.

Responsibilities will include:

Helping to plan and arrange constituency visits
Assisting with surgeries, local meetings and events
Researching local, regional and national issues to support the MP's work
Engaging with constituents' face to face, over the telephone and in writing
Monitor media coverage, prepare press releases and liaise with media (on constituency, nonparty political matters)
Assisting with the external communication presence of the MP's office, through website and social media
Supporting the team with constituency casework, drafting correspondence and ensuring cases reach resolution

Requirements:

Experience of casework, a public facing role or working directly with the public
Excellent verbal and written communications skills
Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office
Ability to work proactively, independently and as part of a team
Attention to detail and ability to prioritise tasks and manage own workload
Sympathetic to the aims and values of the Conservative Party
Driving license (highly desirable)

Salary £24-£34k depending on experience

You must have lived in the UK for a minimum of 3 years out of the last 5 years, and able to supply proof of your right to work in the UK.

Salary:
£24,000.00-£34,000.00 per year

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