Parliamentary Assistant

Working For: Kate Osborne MP

Location: London

Salary: £28114 – £45141

Length of Contract: Permanent

Job Details

Kate Osborne MP is looking to recruit an organised, politically aware and highly motivated Parliamentary Assistant to join her team.

This is an excellent opportunity to support the parliamentary work of an active constituency MP. The successful candidate will undertake research, prepare detailed briefings and help ensure Kate is fully informed on parliamentary, policy and constituency matters.

The successful candidate will have excellent research and written communication skills, strong political judgement and the ability to manage a varied workload in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

Analyse, evaluate and interpret data to ensure Member is accurately informed on key issues

Assist in writing external communications including speeches for the MP

Compilation of briefing packs for MPs, take notes of meetings and draft appropriate submissions

Develop and maintain current knowledge on relevant areas of parliamentary business including Motions, legislation, Hansard, debates etc. This would include issues of importance both nationally and in the local constituency.

Diary Management

Engage confidentially, professionally, with care and integrity with members of the public, through telephone enquiries, social media, email and face to face

Have working knowledge of relevant legislation and upcoming business including how they impact on the constituency

Help draft amendments for reports and prepare briefing material

Maintain positive on-going relationships with all parties including members of the public, groups, suppliers and Westminster where required

Prepare and present briefing notes for committees, press releases, parliamentary questions etc.

Respond to routine correspondence and enquiries

There may be a requirement for the role holder to work outside of normal working hours and travel for work occasionally

To advise and ensure the MP is fully briefed on potential questions and motions to be put to the House

Undertake research on relevant subjects as directed

Additional Responsibilities

Arrange parliamentary events and ensure the MP is fully briefed on attendees

Liaise with relevant secretariats of APPGs, committees and other relevant organisations

Compilation of diary and briefing packs for the MP’s work as part of the Council of Europe UK delegation

Closing Date: 24 August 2026

Skills and Experience

The successful candidate will:

Have excellent research, analytical and written communication skills.

Be able to understand complex information and present it clearly and accurately.

Demonstrate strong political awareness, judgement and attention to detail.

Have a good understanding of Parliament, current affairs and the political issues affecting Jarrow and Gateshead East.

Be highly organised and able to manage competing priorities and tight deadlines.

Be confident drafting speeches, briefings, parliamentary questions and other written material.

Be able to communicate professionally and sensitively with members of the public and external organisations.

Exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality at all times.

Be able to work independently while contributing effectively as part of a busy team.

Be sympathetic to the aims and values of the trade union and Labour movement, and a commitment to improving outcomes for people across Jarrow and Gateshead East.

Interview/Start Dates

Interviews will take place the week commencing Monday 31 September 2026

Expected start date: October

Application Details

Full job advertisement can be found on Kate’s website: https://kate-osborne.co.uk/vacancies/

Please submit a CV and covering letter explaining your interest in the position and the skills and experience you would bring to the role.

Applications should be sent to: [email protected]