Alison Griffiths MP is seeking a motivated and community-focused Constituency Assistant to support her work on behalf of residents in Bognor Regis, Littlehampton, and surrounding villages.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone at an early stage in their public-service career who wants hands-on experience at the heart of constituency work. You will work closely with the MP and her team, gaining first-hand exposure to how an MP supports residents, engages with local organisations, and delivers for the community.

No two days are the same. One day you might be helping prepare for a local visit or event; the next, speaking with residents, liaising with stakeholders, or helping to deliver a constituency project from initial idea through to completion. This role will suit someone who is enthusiastic, practical, and keen to get properly stuck in — not just generating ideas, but taking responsibility for seeing them through.

You’ll be trusted to take ownership of your work, supported to develop new skills, and encouraged to play an active role in shaping how the constituency office engages with the community it serves.

Key Responsibilities

• Attending constituency meetings and supporting the MP on visits, including follow-up actions.
• Supporting the smooth running of constituency events, meetings, and surgeries.
• Supporting office communications, including stakeholder engagement and drafting newsletters or updates.
• Deliver Constituency Engagement projects.
• Engage with local residents, organisations, and stakeholders professionally and effectively
• Respond to enquiries with sensitivity, confidentiality, and integrity
• Attend local events and meetings as required; some evening and weekend work may be required with flexibility available during the week
• Assist with research on local and national issues.
• Assist with office admin and support.

• Excellent written and oral communication skills, with strong attention to detail.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise a varied workload under pressure.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and an ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Political awareness and the ability to handle sensitive issues with discretion.
• Willingness to learn and develop.
• Sympathy with the aims and values of the Conservative Party.

• Experience of project management, campaigns, or stakeholder engagement.
• Knowledge of the constituency and local issues.

 Benefits:

• Competitive salary within IPSA pay scales
  
• Generous employer contribution pension scheme
• 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)
• Access to training and professional development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme

For more information about Alison and her work please see: https://www.alisongriffiths.org.uk/

Upon appointment you will be required to comply with the Baseline Personnel Security Standard, undertaken by the Members’ Staff Verification Office (MSVO). See Members’ Staff Verification Office (MSVO) 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.  

Job Title: Programme Manager (Energy and Policy)
Location: London (Hybrid working available, but must be able to regularly attend meetings and events in Westminster)
Salary: £50,000 – £60,000, depending on experience
Contract: Permanent 

About Palace Yard

Palace Yard is a cross-party think tank that brings together parliamentarians, policymakers, industry, and academics to improve understanding of complex and far-reaching policy issues. Its work supports informed decision-making across Westminster by translating specialist topics into clear, actionable insight. Palace Yard also manages All-Party Parliamentary Groups (APPGs) and provides political insight to help stakeholders navigate Westminster.

Founded and led by The Rt Hon Natascha Engel, former MP and Deputy Speaker of the House of Commons, Palace Yard has built a strong reputation for trusted, balanced, and expert-led policy engagement. Its programmes cover areas such as energy, technology, and infrastructure, connecting those shaping policy with those delivering it.

The Role

The Programme Manager will oversee the day-to-day delivery of Palace Yard’s energy-focused programmes, managing projects from conception to completion and ensuring that events, policy outputs, and stakeholder engagement are of the highest quality.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys variety and influence—balancing strategic planning with hands-on delivery. The role will suit an experienced project or programme manager with strong political awareness, excellent networking skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-moving policy environment.

Responsibilities

• Programme delivery: Lead the planning and execution of Palace Yard’s energy and policy programmes, ensuring deadlines are met and outputs delivered to an exceptional standard.

• Event management: Coordinate parliamentary and stakeholder events—securing venues, confirming speakers, preparing briefing materials, and managing guest lists.

• Stakeholder engagement: Build and maintain relationships with parliamentarians, industry partners, and policy experts, acting as a trusted point of contact.

• Parliamentary liaison: Monitor activity across Parliament and government, identifying opportunities for engagement and collaboration.

• Research and communication: Draft briefings, agendas, and written content that clearly communicate complex policy issues.

• Operational support: Ensure systems, timelines, and processes run smoothly across multiple concurrent projects.

Person Specification

• Programme and project management experience: Demonstrated ability to plan and deliver projects involving multiple partners and tight deadlines.

• Politically aware: Understanding of the parliamentary process and a strong interest in UK politics and policy.

• Strong communicator: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the confidence to engage senior stakeholders.

• Relationship builder: Skilled at developing and maintaining professional networks across business, politics, and academia.

• Organised and adaptable: Capable of juggling multiple priorities while maintaining a high standard of accuracy.

• Collaborative and proactive: A self-starter who works well independently but thrives as part of a small, dynamic team.

• Energy sector interest: Experience or enthusiasm for energy and infrastructure policy would be an advantage.

Why Join Palace Yard?

This is an opportunity to be part of a respected Westminster think tank making a tangible impact on public policy. Working closely with a highly experienced team led by Natascha Engel, the Programme Manager will play a central role in shaping conversations that inform decision-making at the highest levels.

Palace Yard – a cross-party think tank helping MPs think long-term

Application Process

Closing date: 11th January 2026.