Philip Bradbourn MEP is looking for a Research Assistant to take over from the current postholder who is leaving to take up another post at the end of January, 2007.
The position is full time and based in Brussels though regular travel to Strasbourg is also required for the European Parliaments Plenary Session there.
The basic requirements of the post are:
- Excellent Literacy and Numeracy Skills
- Information Technology Skills (inc the use of e-mail and Internet)
- Good Communication Skills
- Ability in French or another Foreign Language an advantage but not essential
- Ability to work flexible hours in a very busy office and to work as a team
- The maturity to be able to prioritise work and react quickly and effectively to rapidly changing demands is essential as is attention to detail
- Knowledge of the Conservative Party and its policies and the EU Institutions an advantage
The contract will initially be offered for one year (renewable until the end of the Parliamentary mandate in 2009 by mutual agreement), anticipated start date to be on or around 5th March 2007.
Working hours will be 30 hours per week (Monday-Thursday 9.am - 5 pm) though some flexibility is required. A six month probationary period will apply.Salary subject to negotiation but will reflect the fact that the post holder will be based in Brussels for most of the time. Travel allowances etc. on official business are available.
For further information please e-mail: pbradbourn@europarl.eu.int
Closing date for applications (which should be submitted in the form of an up to date C.V. and a covering letter) is Friday 19th January. Interviews will take place at the UK Constituency Office on Friday 2nd February.
