Political Assistant, Reform Party
- Political Assistant – Reform Party
- 12 month opportunity (potential to extend further)
- £45,091 – £49,282
- Grade D Consultation grade - subject to formal evaluation under the Equal Pay Programme
- Working 36.5 hours per week
About the role
The is a unique role within the Council, directly supporting the Reform political party.
You will draft and present reports, provide high quality support, plan agendas, attend and minute meetings and liaise with outside bodies and the press on behalf of the group. You will build relationships with the local press and proactively ensure that the group's messages are developed and communicated widely.
At the same time, you will ensure that key decisions from Group meetings are swiftly implemented and proactively identify issues of political interest, whilst supporting councillors with public speaking engagements and formal council questions and motions
About you
You will be a strong self-starter, able to work alone, with a good understanding of local government and current issues in Birmingham. You should be able to give sound, clear advice on complex issues with a high degree of political sensitivity.
You should be able to act at pace and work effectively with elected members, senior officers within the Council and external stakeholders.
What we offer in return…
- Membership of West Midlands Pension Fund – with generous employer contributions
- Enhanced Holiday Entitlement – 30 days, increasing with length of service
- My Rewards Scheme – access to over 800 brands providing discounts and savings
- Health and wellbeing support – independent and confidential employee assistance and counselling
How to Apply
Please upload your up-to-date CV via the attachments part of your application, this is required for shortlisting.
Unfortunately, we cannot consider any applications without a CV attached.
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Sponsorship is not available for this post. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK that does not require employer sponsorship for the duration of the appointment.
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Salary range
- £45,091 - £49,282 per year