Job Description
The role of Office Manager within a Labour MP's Parliamentary office involves overall management and facilitation of the MP's activities. This encompasses overseeing the MP's diary, handling complex cases, and serving as a point of contact for various groups and individuals on the MP's behalf.Responsibilities for the Office Manager role include:
- Managing the MP’s diary commitments and delegating tasks.
- Supporting and managing staff recruitment.
- Identifying training opportunities for the office team.
- Managing complex cases.
- Having final signoff on delegated areas, such as constituent correspondence.
- Liaising with groups and personnel at Westminster and within the constituency.
- Managing all aspects of the budget and liaising with IPSA on office finance.
- Managing the office team and maintaining personnel records.
The job requires:
- Experience in office management.
- Ability to manage budgets.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Knowledge of relevant legislation.
- Supervisory experience.
This role offers:
- Opportunity to work within the UK Parliament.
- Exposure to various aspects of parliamentary work.
- Responsibility for managing an office team.