Personal Assistant

Dr Ben Spencer MP is looking for a Personal Assistant to join his small but busy team in Runnymede and Weybridge. The successful applicant will be a hard working and enthusiastic individual who has excellent attention to detail and organisational skills. Experience of diary management is essential.

Responsibilities:

• Management of the MP’s parliamentary diary
• Organise and attend Westminster meetings and follow up as appropriate
• Assist with arrangements for events – this may include venue research and bookings; compiling and managing guest-lists; liaising with third parties; and providing on-the-day event support as required.
• Deal with initial queries from members of the public by email and phone
• Administrative support for the MPs parliamentary duties, including inbox management, filing, photocopying, processing invoices and clear record keeping, in line with IPSA and data protection rules.
• Additional duties to support the wider team as required
• There may be a requirement for the role holder to occasionally work outside of the normal working hours and travel for work

Requirements:

• Exceptional organisational and administrative skills, and experience managing a busy diary
• The ability to manage and prioritise a demanding workload independently and meeting tight deadlines
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Positive and proactive approach to work, and ability to work collectively as part of a team
• Experience of processing invoices and data management desirable.

Closing Date: 17 May 2024

Salary: £26,251 - £31,000 (pro rata)

This position is offered on a part time basis, minimum 3 days per week (Monday-Wednesday), located in Dr Ben Spencer's constituency of Runnymede and Weybridge.

Potential for flexible and hybrid working as part of this role.

Interview/Start Dates

Dr Ben Spencer will be conducting interviews on a rolling basis with a possible start date in June 2024, subject to security clearance. We reserve the right to appoint a candidate before the closing date.

Application Details

Please send a CV and covering letter to ben.spencer.mp@parliament.uk

Website: http://www.drbenspencer.org.uk/

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: £26,251.00-£31,000.00 per year

Expected hours: No less than 24 per week

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Weybridge

Application deadline: 17/05/2024
Reference ID: R&W-Personal Assistant