Political Assistant (Labour Group) – 28 hpw
Job Summary
Contract Type:
Fixed Term
Working Pattern:
Part time
Advert Start Date:
17/01/2025
Advert End Date:
10/02/2025 12:00
Salary:
£32,654 pa pro rata
Job Category:
Policy/ Research
Employment Location:
Town Hall, South Shields
Further Information
Political Assistant (Labour Group) – 28 hpw
(Town Hall, South Shields)
£32,654 pa pro rata
Fixed Term Contract until May 2026
An exciting opportunity has become available to support and help shape the work of the Labour Group of Councillors on South Tyneside Council.
You will be required to undertake research, offer high-quality policy and political advice, produce robust communications plans and ensure administrative support to the Labour Group, the largest political group on the Council.
We are looking for an individual with excellent communication and partnership skills, experience of working in a political environment and communicating with the media, as well as a detailed knowledge and understanding of the role and the functions of local government.
For an informal discussion on this post, please contact Rory Sherwood-Parkin, Corporate Lead – Policy and Insight on 07812 514 191.
We offer an excellent benefits package and further information is available here - www.southtyneside.gov.uk/workinghere
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Closing date: Noon, Monday 10 February 2025.