Location
Westminster

Hours
Full Time

Salary
£56,180

About the Role
The House of Commons is a unique and exciting place to work right at the heart of the UK's thriving democratic system. Behind the scenes, the House of Commons Service is made up of more than 3,000 employees who support and facilitate the smooth day-to-day running of the House. They provide professional services to Members of Parliament, their staff, and the wider parliamentary community. The Research and Information team is home to the House of Commons Library and the Parliamentary Office of Science and Technology. We ensure that MPs and their staff have accurate, reliable information at their fingertips. Our mission is to keep trusted information and analysis at the heart of Parliamentary democracy. In this role, you will join the Business and Transport Section, which covers transport, pensions, taxation, financial systems and institutions, corporate matters, and employment. We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated expert in transport law and policy topics who will publish research and respond to research requests.

Responsibilities
The postholder will work in the Business and Transport Section, which is made up of 9 researchers. The core work of the role will involve providing briefings for MPs and their staff on transport law and policy topics, including rail, local transport, aviation, roads, taxis, shipping, active travel, and decarbonisation. Responsibilities include providing accurate, impartial briefings on legislation and topical issues, preparing and publishing new briefing papers, and supporting the broader work of the Business and Transport Section.

Experience
You have excellent knowledge and understanding of key areas of UK transport policy and/or legislation, particularly in aviation, local transport, transport decarbonisation, or wider cross-modal issues. You have experience of using reliable information sources and research tools.

About you
You possess excellent written and oral communication skills, able to explain complex information clearly and succinctly. You can manage a changing portfolio of work, plan and prioritize effectively, and maintain high quality standards under pressure. You work well as part of a team and build strong working relationships.

Qualifications
A relevant degree or equivalent experience in transport policy or a related field is desirable.