Advertised from 26 June 2026

Role

Purpose of this role:  To provide support to Holly Bruce MSP by carrying out research and providing timely and succinct briefings on both Social Justice and Glasgow Southside issues. This role will require a high degree of flexibility and will involve working closely with Holly Bruce MSP, her team, regional colleagues and the wider Scottish Green Group in Parliament. Your role will directly shape the legislation, speeches, and alliances that champion Social Justice. Your insight will empower Holly Bruce MSP to challenge systems, protect rights and build a fairer, more equitable Scotland. 

Responsibilities 

• Preparing and delivering regular briefings and updates to inform Holly Bruce MSP’s committee work. 
• Keeping your knowledge of Social Justice policy areas and local issues up to date. 
• Developing relationships and liaising with key external stakeholders e.g. think-tanks, NGOs, charities, unions, and other elected representatives. 
• Suggesting parliamentary questions and contributing to speeches. 
• Assisting Holly Bruce MSP with legislation e.g. in the form of interpreting amendments, advising on voting intentions, or supporting the development of a Member’s Bill. 
• Ensuring all office research complies with data protection legislation and GDPR requirements. 
• Checking for any updates to legislation and communicating changes to colleagues.

Requirements 

• Be a quick learner with the ability to multitask and work within tight timescales.
• Be able to show initiative and be proactive in your work.
• Be a problem solver with the motivation and resilience to adapt and deal with challenges.
• Have analytical skills with the ability to identify and investigate trends while interpreting data.
• Have the creative flair and expertise to produce accurate and influential work.

Application notes

How to Apply:  

Please email your CV, a supporting statement and complete the Research Task attached to Paul Daly – paul.daly@parliament.scot. Please ensure this is sent by midnight on Sunday 12th July 2026.

Your supporting statement should outline how you meet the requirements detailed above for this role and be no longer than two pages. Applications that do not include a supporting statement or completed task may not be considered. Be sure to include “Researcher- Job Application” in the subject line of your email.  

All the best.  

Research task: Social Justice 

In Autumn 2025, Councillor Holly Bruce brought a motion to Glasgow City Council highlighting severe shortages in out-of-school childcare and nursery spaces. Given that access to childcare is an essential part in eradicating poverty and increasing household incomes for families, what policy and legislative mechanisms could Holly Bruce MSP push for in the Scottish Parliament to tackle this?  

Please draft a one-page briefing in a clear, accessible format for Holly Bruce MSP to consider.