Parliamentary Assistant career guide
Parliamentary Assistants support Members of Parliament by researching policy, responding to constituents and organising parliamentary business.
Career guide reviewed by Certyz · October 2026
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What does a Parliamentary Assistant do?
Parliamentary Assistants support Members of Parliament by researching policy, responding to constituents and organising parliamentary business.
- Parliament
- Constituency offices
- Office
- UK Parliament
- Members of Parliament
- House of Lords
- Political parties
How to become a Parliamentary Assistant
Parliamentary assistants gain valuable experience supporting elected representatives and often progress into policy, communications or political advisory roles.
Degree in Politics, History, Law or Communications is common, although many enter through work experience and internships.
Skills and progression for Parliamentary Assistant
- Research
- Communication
- Organisation
- Political awareness
- Writing
- Senior Parliamentary Assistant
- Policy Adviser
- Chief of Staff
- Special Adviser
- Political Director
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