Assistant Economist Graduate Scheme
Do you want to build a brilliant and meaningful career as an economist, working on some of the UK's most important issues? Then apply to our Assistant Economist Graduate Scheme!
As an Assistant Economist, you will have the opportunity to influence how the government responds to the most important public policy topics of the day. You could find yourself collating and analysing data, providing advice on policy options, and preparing vital briefings for ministers.
Benefits of Working in Government
* Meaningful work that makes a difference to society
* Wide range of government departments across the UK
* Ongoing learning and development opportunities
* Flexible working
* 25 days annual leave (+8 public holidays)
* Generous pension scheme
* Inclusive working environment
Eligibility Requirements
To be eligible, you need to have, or be on track to receive, a first or upper second-class honours degree (or international equivalent) in economics, or a postgraduate degree in economics.
By August 2025 you must hold one of the following:
* an economics degree
* a joint economics degree in which at least 50% of the course modules studied are in economics
* a postgraduate degree in economics
All candidates must have studied both micro and macroeconomics to qualify.
If you graduated more than five years ago, then you must give examples of how you have maintained your economic knowledge in the relevant section of the application form.
Join Our Online Q&A Session
We will be hosting a virtual Q&A session where you will be able to hear from some of our current Assistant Economists and ask any questions you may have about the role and recruitment process. This will take place on Tuesday 11 February, 16:30-17:30, and joining details are on the application webpage.
About The Government Economic Service
Hello. We are the Government Economic Service (GES), the professional body for economists in the Civil Service. With over 3,500 members, we are the largest recruiter of economists in the country. We recruit student, graduate, and apprentice economists and support their professional development in more than 50 government departments and locations across the UK.
How to Apply
To apply for this role and to find out more, please click on the apply button. Please note that applications may close before the application deadline, so apply early to avoid disappointment.
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