Caseworker for Patrick Harvie MSP and Iris Duane MSP

The job requirements are detailed below. Where applicable the skills, qualifications and memberships required for this job have also been included.

Salary: £29,500 to £35,000, depending on experience. 

Hours: Full time, 30 hours per week

Location: Regional office in Glasgow

(2 posts are likely to be needed)

Patrick Harvie MSP and Iris Duane MSP are recruiting for a number of roles both in their regional team, and in the Scottish Parliament.

From tackling the climate emergency to building a fairer economy and making the case for Scotland’s place in Europe, these priorities are central to the role. This is an exciting opportunity for people with experience of casework, policy, communications or campaigning, to work with one of our newest MSPs and one of our most experienced.

By default these posts are based either in the shared local office in Glasgow, or in Parliament, though working from home remains an option in particular circumstances. There may be occasional travel between Glasgow and Edinburgh. All these roles may involve periods of working alone, as well as with the rest of the team.

All these posts are full time, which is 30 hours per week in line with the 4-day week policy for staff across the Scottish Green’s Parliamentary Group. Applications for job share or other flexible arrangements will be considered.

This is a jointly employed post by both Patrick Harvie MSP and Iris Duane MSP.

PURPOSE

Working as part of the local team, this post will provide a range of support including managing inboxes and diaries, drafting documents, managing records, taking enquiries from constituents and stakeholders, replying to correspondence and providing support for meetings and appointments. 

DUTIES MAY INCLUDE

• Supporting the MSPs’ work on behalf of constituents, including communications via e-mail, letter, phone, online and in-person meetings
• Responding to enquiries from constituents and stakeholders, including both routine and complex cases
• Drafting letters and other documents, including parliamentary questions
• Prioritising incoming correspondence and preparing replies
• Maintaining records on current and previous casework
• Liaising with officials and politicians from public bodies, Glasgow City Council, Scottish Parliament and Scottish Government
• Compliance with requirements such as data protection
• With the rest of the team, helping to manage the MSPs’ inboxes and diaries, and providing support for meetings
• Working with other staff members in Glasgow and Edinburgh to ensure that administrative, research and other tasks are undertaken across the group
• Assisting in preparing for visits, events, and debates
• Assisting with production of publications including annual reports and constituency newsletters

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Degree or equivalent experience gained through work, volunteering, or other relevant roles.
• Experience of working with the public
• Experience of working in a busy environment, working to deadlines and cooperating across a team
• An understanding of the Scottish Parliament and the political climate of Scotland and Glasgow

SKILLS

• Good analytical skills, with an eye for accuracy
• Self-motivated, with an ability to work on your own
• Excellent administrative and organisational skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Good written English
• Good IT skills

PERSON SPECIFICATION

• An ability to build and sustain positive working relationships
• A versatile approach, with an ability to work under pressure
• A strong group ethos, and a willingness to share workload across the team when necessary
• Ability to support Iris and Patrick in delivering their parliamentary aims and values

How to Apply: 

For any questions about the role please contact: kim.long@parliament.scot

To apply, please click “Apply Online” and upload your CV along with a supporting statement as a single document. Please note that the system does not allow you to upload your supporting statement separately.  

Your supporting statement should outline how you meet the requirements detailed above for this role. Applications that do not include a supporting statement may not be considered.

Closing Date: Sunday 26th July 2026 at 11:59pm