An exciting opportunity to work for Stephen McPartland MP is now available in his Stevenage office as a Caseworker (Policy).

Stephen McPartland MP is supported by a small, but dedicated team which prides itself on helping him make a difference. The current postholder has just been headhunted by a large corporate and Stephen is looking for someone to replace them and take full advantage of the development opportunities.

Applicants do not require previous experience but must demonstrate drive and a passion for helping people.

The right candidate will be people-focused and well-organised with a determination to provide a first-class service. They will possess excellent written and oral communication skills, take pride in their work and have a good grasp of IT. The successful applicant will work full-time in a friendly office. The majority of their time will be spent in Stevenage, but they will occasionally need to attend the office in Westminster.

Main responsibilities will be to:

• respond effectively and courteously to correspondence and enquiries from constituents
• undertake research and prepare reports, draft correspondence, and briefing notes on policy issues
• analyse and evaluate research and interpret data
• assist with progressing casework through liaison with government agencies
• maintain, update and develop knowledge of relevant legislation
• communicate effectively with both internal and external contacts

An ideal candidate will:

• have a genuine desire to help people resolve complaints and concerns
• have strong written, communication and analytical skills with a good telephone manner and attention to detail
• be highly organised with the ability to manage and prioritise own caseload
• have a strong work ethic, reliability and a flexible approach as part of our small team
• possess good IT skills with a knowledge of Microsoft Word and Outlook 

Sympathise with the values of the Conservative Party

Salary: £20,000-24,000 depending on experience

Contract: Permanent

To Apply: please email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. with a covering letter setting out why you are the right candidate and a CV, and including your full address and contact details.  

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