Meeting with MPs often in evenings. Jobs are restricted locations Mostly in London, some in Brussels. Openings in Edinburgh are increasing, Cardiff and Belfast to a lesser extent. Lifestyle implications Work is time-pressured and very intense at times. Dress code is usually formal.
Travel is mainly to Brussels and more frequent in consultancies or at senior level.
Part-time work is uncommon, career breaks are possible once established. No precise figures available. Percentage increase overall. But a postgraduate qualification in a relevant field could give useful experience. This is sometimes possible A degree is usually required for entry to junior post but candidates are judged on their own merits and the right combination of skills and experience may well compensate.