Ruth Jones MP Communications Officer Job Opportunity
Ruth Jones MP Communications Officer Job Opportunity

I am looking for an experienced Communications Officer to join our constituency office.

Location: Newbridge, South Wales.

Hours: full-time or part-time.

Salary: £24,468 to £36,864 (IPSA pay scales). Starting salary dependent on relevant experience.

Responsibilities will include:

  • Monitor social media channels, respond appropriately to posts and comments, identify issues that require escalation.
  • Monitor media coverage, produce press releases, meet deadlines as appropriate.
  • Generate compelling content for the MP’s social media channels.
  • Write engaging and informative copy for social media.
  • Produce monthly newsletters.
  • Help to manage the MP’s diary.
  • Capture, edit and publish videos and photos.
  • Create high-quality graphics.
  • Assist with queries from members of the public by phone, email, social media or face-to-face.
  • Draft responses to constituents.
  • Assist with other tasks as directed by your line manager.
  • Attend constituency meetings as appropriate.
  • Meet the needs of the MP which may include unsociable hours.

Skills and experience required:

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Good interpersonal skills with the ability to handle challenging situations.
  • Ability to work unsupervised but as part of a team.
  • Knowledge of relevant digital software packages.
  • Experience of using social media advertising platforms.
  • Editing and design skills – audio, visual and graphics.
  • Experience of writing copy specifically for social media.
  • Good knowledge of social media trends and ability to analyse metrics.
  • Diary management.
  • Highly creative and collaborative.
  • Flexible multitasker, able to work across multiple projects to tight timescales.
  • Awareness of current political issues.
  • Basic understanding of media law.
  • Experience in a similar role.
  • A commitment to Labour aims and values.

How to apply

Please send your CV and a covering letter outlining your suitability for the role to Karen French, Office Manager:

karen.french@parliament.uk

Closing date

Tuesday 27th May 2025

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