Parliamentary Researcher

Senior Parliamentary Researcher

Key responsibilities

• Undertake research on relevant subjects as directed
• Analyse, evaluate, and interpret data to ensure the MP is accurately informed on key issues.
• Develop and maintain current knowledge on relevant areas of parliamentary business including Motions, legislation, Hansard, debates etc.
• To advise and ensure the MP is fully briefed on any potential questions and motions to be put to the House.
• Give advice on policy issues.
• Prepare and present briefing notes for committees, press releases, parliamentary questions, etc
• Have working knowledge of relevant legislation and upcoming business including how they impact the constituency
• Assist in writing external communications including speeches for the MP .
• Maintain positive ongoing relationships with all parties including members of the public, groups, suppliers and Westminster where required.
• Work with colleagues in communications/casework to identify potential impacts from the research work and disseminate them effectively.
• Advise and ensure the MP is fully briefed on potential questions and motions to be put to the House.
• Research local, regional, or national issues to support the MP's work.
• Horizon-scanning, anticipate what advice or action may be required; proactively identify problems and resolve them.
• Establish and develop appropriate strategies around research development.
• To produce and present high-quality written reports, briefing notes, and professional advice.
• Maintain and utilise knowledge of relevant legislation, including impact on the local constituency.

Salary range

Senior Researcher

• London £38,404 – £59,803
• Outside London £34,452 – £52,701