Work Opportunity: Researcher for Plaid Cymru Group
Salary range (pro rata): £33,233 - £42,727
All new staff are expected to enter on the scale minimum of the appropriate pay band. Individual staff will, subject to satisfactory performance, move up the incremental scale one point at a time on the anniversary of their commencement of employment until they reach the scale maximum for their band.
Working hours: 37 hours per week
Appointment type: Permanent
Location: Tŷ Hywel
Reference: MBS-094-26
Purpose of job:
A Band 2 Policy and Research Officer working for a Member of the Senedd will undertake in-depth policy research, drafting briefings and supporting legislative work. They act as an advisor to the Member on policy matters, help shape political strategy and engage with stakeholders.
Main duties:
- Draft and submit Senedd questions, motions, speeches and amendments.
- Monitor bills, papers, and committee reports, summarising key points.
- Support the Member in preparing for debates, committees and meetings with Ministers.
Essential knowledge and experience:
- A good understanding of the legal and regulatory frameworks within which Members and Groups operate. This includes both Senedd frameworks (standards of conduct, expenditure etc) as well as broader and general frameworks and the ability to provide informed advice to the Member and colleagues on these matters.
- Strong analytical and research skills with the ability to interpret complex legislation and data.
- Excellent written and verbal communication with the proven ability to produce clear, persuasive reports and briefings.
Essential qualifications:
- The ability to demonstrate knowledge or experience of a range of work procedures based on relevant work experience and/or vocational qualification e.g. NVQ level 3 or 4 or equivalent in a relevant subject.
You are advised to read the full Job and Person Specification before applying for this post. For details about the post and to apply, please contact wil.rees@senedd.cymru
Closing date: 02 July 2026, 5pm
Interview date: To be confirmed