Support Officer

Rt Hon Victoria Atkins MP; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Victoria Atkins MP is seeking a full-time Support Officer to join her team in London or the constituency office. The role involves drafting constituent correspondence, handling casework from start to finish, and providing proactive support for surgeries and meetings.

The successful candidate will be highly organised with excellent written communication skills, a sensitive approach to public service, and the ability to work across digital and traditional channels. Some travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Excellent writing and communication ability.
• Strong digital literacy and familiarity with social media platforms.
• Ability to manage an independent workload and support the wider team.

Responsibilities

• Draft accurate, sensitive responses to constituents on casework and policy issues.
• Manage casework from initial contact to resolution while maintaining confidentiality.
• Liaise with government agencies and organisations on behalf of constituents.
• Analyse casework trends and prepare reports.
• Attend constituency meetings and visits; provide support for follow-up actions.
• Support digital communications, including content creation and social media management.
• Assist with wider communications work of the MP as required.

Skills

Excellent writing skills

Strong digital literacy

Public engagement

Empathy and discretion

Interest in current affairs

Job description

Reference

100209

Date Added

9 September 2026

Closing Date

24 September 2026

Job Title

Support Officer

Working For

Victoria Atkins MP (Louth and Horncastle)

Location

London

Salary

In line with IPSA pay scales

Length of Contract

Permanent

Job Details

The Rt Hon Victoria Atkins MP is looking to recruit a full time Support Officer to join her team. This is ajunior level Parliamentary position, working for Victoria in her role as MP for Louth & Horncastle.

This is an ideal role for someone with excellent written communication skills, who is highly organ

ised and confident in dealing with members of the public. They will be expected to produce clear

and accurate correspondence, help respond to queries via email, social media, and in person. The

successful candidate will also assist Victoria with constituency surgeries, visits and meetings, pro

viding professional support and ensuring all follow-up actions are completed. Attention to detail,

political awareness, and the ability to communicate sensitively and effectively are essential.

The role will be based full-time either in the constituency office or in London. Some flexibility in

working hours and occasional travel may be required.

Key responsibilities

• Drafting accurate, sensitive responses to constituents on casework and policy issues.
• Managing casework from initial contact to resolution, maintaining confidentiality throughout
• Liaising with government agencies and organisations on behalf of constituents
• Analysing casework trends and preparing reports
• Attending constituency meetings and visit
• Supporting digital communication efforts, including content creation and managing social media
• Assisting with the wider communications work of the MP as required

Essential skills

• Excellent writing and communication skills
• Strong digital literacy and familiarity with social media platforms
• Ability to manage an independent workload and support the wider constituency team
• Empathy, discretion and a strong sense of public service
• An interest in current affairs and sympathy with the aims and values of the Conservative Party

Desirable

• Knowledge of current local issues in the constituency of Louth & Horncastle
• Full UK driving license.
• Experience in dealing with the data system caseworker mp.

Upon appointment you will be required to comply with the Baseline Personnel Security Standard, undertaken by the Members’ Staff Verification Office (MSVO). See Members’ Staff Verification Office (MSVO) page for further info. MPs generally pay staff in accordance with IPSA guidelines.

Interview/Start Dates

Interviews will take place on a rolling basis. We may appoint before the closing date so early appli

cation is encouraged.