WORK FOR JULIA! Julia is looking for a Parliamentary Researcher for her Westminster office.

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Parliamentary Researcher to Julia Goldsworthy MP

£19,360-£22,360 pa

Julia is looking for a full-time Parliamentary Researcher for her London office.

Responsibilities will include:

· Drafting responses to policy related correspondence from constituents and correspondence relating to wider Cornish issues

· Drafting Parliamentary Questions, Freedom of Information Requests, briefing notes, speeches, articles and press releases

· Monitoring local and national press and constituency correspondence, anticipating and advising on appropriate responses to issues of importance to Falmouth and Camborne and Ms Goldsworthy's portfolio

· Dealing with some casework on behalf of Ms Goldsworthy's constituents

· Acting as the first point of contact for members of the local press

· Managing the busy Westminster diary

· Undertaking own administrative tasks

· Managing volunteers working in the Westminster office

· Act as a representative at meetings and events in Ms Goldsworthy's absence and report back when appropriate

· Work with the wider Parliamentary Team for Cornwall, co-ordinating joint press releases, arranging events and publishing reports

Candidates are expected to have:

· Political judgement

· Strong written and verbal communication skills

· Strong analytical skills

· A good understanding of IT

· An ability to work independently

· Sympathy with the views of the Liberal Democrats

Previous experience in Parliament will be a distinct advantage. Knowledge of Cornish issues and current developments within the Communities and Local Government portfolio is also desirable.

To apply, please send a CV and one page covering letter to simsf@parliament.uk or Julia Goldsworthy MP, House of Commons, London. SW1A 0AA. The deadline for applications is 3pm on Thursday 28th August. Interviews are planned for the w/c 1st September.

For further information, please contact Fran Sims on 0207 219 8210 or go to www.juliagoldsworthy.org