Vacancies: Research Officer, Parliamentary Research Service

Brixton Blog - Big Smoke; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated research organization for Parliament members is looking for a Research Officer to produce high-quality copy and monitor Parliamentary activities. Candidates should possess excellent writing and research skills, knowledge of the Parliamentary process, and at least 2 years of relevant experience. This role is vital for supporting members in their duties and offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment with tight deadlines.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years experience of working in Parliament or similar role.
• Ability to review and summarize complex legislation.
• Ability to work to tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Produce well-written and accurately researched copy.
• Monitor Parliamentary activity including Bills and announcements.
• Respond quickly to members’ requests.

Skills

Excellent writing skills

Accurate research skills

Effective communication

Ability to prioritize workloads

Education

Experience working in Parliament or similar role

Job description

Based in Parliament, the Parliamentary Research Service (PRS) is a pooled research facility for Labour MPs who choose to join. The PRS provides information and research for its members in support of their parliamentary duties.

The PRS is a not-for-profit organisation, funded entirely from members’ subscriptions, and works exclusively for its members in support of their Parliamentary duties and not in any party political activity.

Established in 2011, the PRS has continued to grow and is looking to expand its research capacity.

The PRS is looking for a Research Officer with excellent writing and research skills, able to produce high quality, accurate materials, often to tight deadlines.

Key duties of the role:

• Producing well-written and accurately researched copy and background briefing materials
• Monitoring Parliamentary activity including the passage of Bills, Government announcements, Private Members’ Bills and back-bench business
• Reacting quickly to members’ requests
• Maintain, update and develop knowledge of relevant legislation with a future possibility of developing knowledge in a specialist area

The successful candidate will need to demonstrate in their application:

1. Excellent writing skills
2. Accurate and thorough research skills with the ability to identify key issues and distil and communicate them effectively
3. Knowledge of the Parliamentary process with at least 2 years experience of working in Parliament or a similar role
4. Ability to communicate effectively and build up contacts internally and with external organisations where relevant
5. Sound judgement and an ability to use initiative
6. Well organised and able to work to tight deadlines and prioritise a varied workload

Interview/Start Dates: Interview date: Monday 11th June.

Job Contact: Please send CV and a covering letter outlining your suitability for the role to [e-mail] including the job reference in the subject heading. Applications received after 17:00 on Tuesday 5th June will not be considered.