Political Assistant to the Labour Group LBHF624267 in London

We are looking for a highly organised, politically aware and proactive individual to join us as Political Assistant to the Labour Group. This is a unique opportunity to support the Labour Group Leader and Labour Group Members, helping them to carry out their political duties effectively and efficiently within a fast‑paced local government environment.

Working closely with elected members, you will provide high‑quality research, administrative and organisational support, helping to coordinate meetings, prepare briefings, draft speeches and statements, and monitor political and policy developments that affect the borough. The role is central to ensuring the Group is well informed, well organised and able to respond effectively to local, regional and national issues.

You will support the Labour Group with the organisation of meetings, agendas, papers, minutes and follow‑up actions. Undertake research, prepare briefings and help draft speeches, statements, motions and questions. Monitor council business, policy developments and wider political activity, highlighting issues of interest to the Group. Build effective working relationships with councillors, officers and external stakeholders. Support communications activity, including social media content and political messaging where appropriate.

You will bring strong administrative and organisational skills, excellent written and verbal communication, and the ability to work with discretion in a politically sensitive environment. You will also have a clear interest in politics and local government, together with the confidence to build relationships and manage competing priorities.

Experience providing administrative, research or communications support. Knowledge of Labour Party policy and an understanding of the wider political landscape. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively with a range of stakeholders. Good digital skills, including Microsoft Office and social media platforms. The flexibility to work occasional evenings, weekends and public holidays when required.

This is a full‑time post, on a fixed‑term contract until May 2030. This post is politically restricted under the provisions of the Local Government and Housing Act 1989.

At H&F you will have access to a comprehensive total reward package as well as a flexible working employer and a range of personal benefits and incentives to support a modern, adaptive culture. You can request flexible working to create a balanced working environment.

We believe an inclusive workplace is about the visibility and representation of our local diverse community, open and transparent decision‑making co‑produced with staff and residents, and a shared identity that encourages fair and transparent recruitment, retention and career progression. We take a proactive approach to equity, diversity and inclusion so that it is part of the fabric of the Council with a shared understanding of the role all colleagues play in realising the inclusivity of the workplace. At H&F, our workplace ensures that everybody has equitable access to opportunities.

In order to combat discrimination, no unnecessary conditions or requirements will be applied which could have a disproportionately adverse effect on any one group. All sections of the population will have equitable access to jobs. No applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment because of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership and pregnancy or maternity, unless a Genuine Occupational Qualification (GOQ) applies.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment and we will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.

We are committed to removing barriers in the workplace, including adjustments throughout the recruitment process. If you would like to discuss any adjustments or request the application form in a different format, please contact us via email or by post to the following address: The Town Hall, King Street, Hammersmith, W6 9JU. Hammersmith & Fulham Council is a Disability Confident Employer, committed to ensuring that our recruitment and selection process is inclusive and accessible.