Work Opportunity: Policy and Research Officer for Dafydd Trystan Davies MS
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: Senedd Cymru and/or Cardiff Constituency Office
Reference: MBS-032-26
Purpose of job:
A Band 2 Policy and Research Officer working for a Member of the Senedd (Member) 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:
- Conduct detailed research on legislation, policy areas and government initiatives.
- Draft and submit Senedd questions, motions, speeches and amendments.
- Liaise with think tanks, charities, advocacy groups, and businesses to gather expert insights.
- May supervise or coordinate junior research staff or interns to ensure quality research output.
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.
- Understanding of political and Senedd processes including policymaking and legislative procedures.
Essential qualifications:
- Demonstrates experience of a range of work procedures based on relevant work experience and/or vocational qualification e.g. a degree, NVQ 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 Dafydd.TrystanDavies-AS@senedd.cymru
Please note that this role is being advertised full-time post of 37 hours per week. The advertising Member is committed to working with the other Members of their party elected to the constituency they represent. The role may be a sole appointment by the advertising Member, another Member of that constituency, or employment may be divided between multiple Members.
In addition to Dafydd Trystan Davies the other Members of their party representing the Caerdydd Ffynnon Taf constituency, who may appoint to this role are: Zaynub Akbar and Nick Carter