Elected officer or representative - job market

As an elected officer or representative, you’ll act on behalf of the public at either a local, regional or national government level. You’ll work on developing policies and formulating legislation. Read on to learn more about a career as an elected officer or representative.

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Who are the top employers of elected officers and representatives?

To become an MP, you need to be elected by the public. You’ll be able to apply for jobs to work for other MPs but this is often through word of mouth. You may find job opportunities at a local level on local government websites, but for elected roles you’ll again need to be voted in.

Other than elected roles, you could look to apply for the following types of jobs:
  • Clerk
  • MP's assistant
  • Civil servant
  • Policy advisor

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