Parliamentary Assistant for Keith Brown MSP

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

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.

How to apply

Send a CV and cover letter outlining why you are the best person for this position to ellen.forson@parliament.scot. The closing date for applications is 25 October 2024 at 12 noon. Interviews will be held on Friday 8 November in Alloa.