Senior Researcher to Alison Griffiths MP
Salary: Expected to be in the region of £40,000, dependent on experience
Location: Westminster
Contract: Full-time or part-time (at a minimum, coverage required on core Parliamentary business days)

Alison Griffiths MP is looking to appoint a Senior Researcher to provide high-level support in her Westminster office. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a strong political instinct and deep understanding of public policy, ideally gained outside Parliament, who is now ready to make their mark in Westminster.

This role is central to Alison’s work in Parliament and beyond. The successful candidate will be responsible for policy development, political analysis, and strategic advice, helping to drive Alison’s engagement in key policy areas including business, trade, technology and cybersecurity. You will help ensure she is informed, proactive, and impactful in the Chamber, in committee work, and in external engagements.

We are looking for someone exceptionally bright and intellectually curious, with a strong academic record and proven experience in research, data analysis, and policy scrutiny. You will need to be highly literate, capable of drafting speeches, articles, and briefings in Alison’s voice, always tying national issues back to local priorities and campaign goals.

Key responsibilities include:

• Horizon scanning and in-depth research on policy areas and Parliamentary developments
• Preparing briefings and speech drafts tailored to Alison’s voice and priorities
• Monitoring legislation, Select Committees, and Westminster business
• Liaising with external stakeholders and relevant sector experts
• Identifying opportunities for Alison to contribute to debates and policy formation
• Supporting Alison’s local campaigns through policy research and strategic advice
• Ensuring strong links between national policy and constituency interests

The ideal candidate will have:

• A strong academic background
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Demonstrated experience in political or policy analysis (e.g., think tank, civil service, campaigning organisation)
• A firm understanding of Parliamentary procedure and the role of MPs
• Political judgment, discretion, and the ability to work independently at a senior level
• Sympathy with Alison’s values and commitment to delivering for constituents

This role may suit someone who is new to working in Parliament but brings relevant political or policy experience and is eager to learn the rhythms and responsibilities of Parliamentary life.

Some travel to the constituency will be required. Accommodation and travel expenses covered as per IPSA's rules. 

Website: Alison Griffiths MP | for Bognor Regis and Littlehampton 

Closing date: 14th July (5pm)

UPDATED: Job title changed to better reflect research nature of the role (03/07/25)

Upon appointment you will be required to apply for security clearance, undertaken by the Security Vetting and Pass Office. See Members’ Staff Security Clearance page for further info.

You must have lived in the UK for a minimum of 3 years out of the last 5 years, and able to supply proof of your right to work in the UK.

If you need any reasonable adjustments at the interview stage, then please advise of these in your application.