Parliamentary Assistant

The All-Party Parliamentary Group on Anti-Corruption and Responsible Tax is looking to recruit a Parliamentary Assistant.

 

Working For: The All-Party Parliamentary Group on Anti-Corruption and Responsible Tax (the professional secretariat is provided by the Foreign Policy Centre)

Location: Full time, based in Westminster, with the possibility to work from home 1-2 days a week and during recess periods. We offer flexible working hours. Some evening work required.

Salary: £29,000 (IPSA pay scale) 

Length of Contract: Fixed term for 12 months, with potential to extend after a year.

 

Background: Have you ever wondered how that vape shop on your High Street manages to exist without ever attracting any customers? Or why so many ordinary people around the UK continue to get scammed by fraudsters who seem to get away scot-free? Or why so few of the truly bad apples in Westminster ever get properly punished for misbehaviour?

 

If so, you are not alone: the All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) on Anti-Corruption and Responsible Tax is a unique organisation that works to influence political debate and deliver real world change on all of these issues and many, many more.

 

We believe that in order to prosper, Britain needs to become a thoroughly undesirable destination for dirty money; needs to restore voters’ trust in its democratic systems; and needs to implement ambitious tax policies to replenish the public purse. We also believe that Britain has a leading role to play in the global fight against corruption and tax evasion.

 

Our group is fortunate to benefit from the energy of a diverse group of dedicated cross-party parliamentarians.

 

About the Role: The Parliamentary Assistant will be integral to helping us deliver high quality campaigns. This, in turn, will help our APPG to achieve targeted policy outcomes, ultimately changing the world for the better.

 

Duties are anticipated to include, although will not be limited to:

Research and drafting

• Undertake research on relevant subjects as directed.
• Develop and maintain current knowledge on relevant areas of parliamentary business including Motions, legislation, Hansard, debates etc. on issues of importance for the APPG.
• Researching, drafting and producing APPG materials, such as letters, briefings and reports
• Stay abreast of media and social media coverage and brief the APPG on relevant issues.
• Assist in writing external communications. 

 

Administrative

• Supporting secretariat colleagues in the ongoing coordination and administration of the APPG under the direction of its Chair and members.
• Efficient data management to ensure the APPG can work effectively and comply with its procedural obligations.
• Some diary management.
• Support with note-taking of meetings.
• Providing other administrative and operational support as required.

 

Events

• Helping to organise regular events both private (e.g. hearings and parliamentary briefings) and public (panel discussions, receptions, briefings)
• Events may be held during evenings or, very occasionally, on weekends (eg political party conferences) so there may be a requirement for the role holder to work outside of normal working hours and travel for work occasionally.

 

Networking

• Represent the APPG in meetings with key stakeholders. 
• Respond to routine correspondence and enquiries from key stakeholders. 
• Maintain positive on-going relationships with all parties including colleagues, parliamentarians, external partners, event attendees and parliamentary estate staff. 

 

Person Specification:

• Strong written and oral skills.
• Strong analytical and research skills.
• Excellent IT skills, particularly Microsoft Office.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work within a small, close-knit team.
• Ability to work to tight deadlines in a busy environment.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Ability to be flexible in fast-moving situations.
• Experience of event planning and organisation desirable.
• Experience of Parliamentary affairs and an understanding of Parliamentary and governmental processes.
• 1-2 years’ experience of working in parliament/government affairs desirable.
• Knowledge of producing communications materials such as social media posts and website updates an advantage
• Knowledge / experience of anti-corruption and progressive tax policy would be an advantage.
• Must have the right to work in the UK. 

 

More about the APPG and its work can be found at https://anticorruption-responsibletax.org/ 

 

Closing Date: 10th November 2026

 

Interview/Start Dates: We anticipate holding first round interviews with shortlisted candidates on 20th November 2026 with a written test to follow. We would like the successful applicant to be in post from w/c 11 January 2027 onwards. Please note, upon appointment you will be required to comply with baseline parliamentary security standards.

 

The FPC is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcomes applications from all backgrounds, particularly those underrepresented in the sector. We will make reasonable adjustments at any stage of the process on request. 

 

Application Details

To apply, please send your CV and a cover letter outlining your interest and suitability for the role to appgacrtjobs@gmail.com 

 

Please note, applications submitted without a cover letter will not be considered and we will only be able to give feedback to shortlisted candidates.