Job Description

Location: Littlehampton (preferred), Westminster, or remote considered
Salary: £23,810 – £41,782 pro rata (dependent on experience, in line with IPSA pay scales)
Hours: 20 hours per week, spread across 5 days (part-time)
Contract: Initial 6 month fixed term contract
Closing Date: 12th September 2025
Start Date: As soon as possible

Alison Griffiths, Member of Parliament for Bognor Regis and Littlehampton, is recruiting a Communications Officer to join her team. This role is ideally based in her Littlehampton office, though applications from candidates wishing to work in Westminster or remotely will also be considered. Alison is also open to applications from agencies or freelancers interested in delivering communications support.

The successful candidate will play a key role in helping Alison communicate with constituents across a wide range of platforms. This role is part-time (20 hours per week across 5 days) and initially for a fixed term of 6 months. For the right candidate Alison is willing to offer a starting salary at the top of the pay band or consider a Senior Communications Officer title.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft and manage content for social media channels, website updates, newsletters, and press releases

• Produce engaging graphics, video clips, and other digital content to increase visibility and impact

• Monitor media coverage and political developments relevant to the constituency and Alison’s campaigns

• Respond to media enquiries and build strong relationships with local press and community media outlets

• Support Alison with articles and op-eds where required

• Plan and deliver communications strategies to promote Alison’s work locally and in Parliament

• Analyse reach and engagement across communications channels and suggest improvements

Essential Skills and Experience

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to draft clear, engaging copy tailored to different audiences

• Confidence using social media platforms and creating content (graphics, video, photography)

• Ability to manage competing priorities and work to tight deadlines

• Attention to detail and ability to work both independently and collaboratively

• Political awareness and understanding of the role of an MP

Desirable

• Experience in a communications, journalism, or public affairs role

• Knowledge of graphic design tools (e.g. Canva, Adobe, or similar)

• Understanding of the political and media landscape in coastal West Sussex

Salary and Benefits

• £23,810 – £41,782 (pro rata) depending on experience, in line with IPSA pay scales

• Part-time, 20 hours per week across 5 days

• Flexibility on location: Littlehampton (preferred), Westminster, or remote working considered

• Opportunity for Senior Communications Officer title and/or starting salary at the top of the pay band for the right candidate

You must have lived in the UK for at least 3 of the last 5 years and be able to provide proof of your right to work.

If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please include details in your application.

All enquiries in relation to this role should be directed to info@hivesupport.co.uk.