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Economists in the Civil Service

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Economists in the Civil Service

The Department of Economics is excited to welcome members of the Government Economics Service to talk to you about careers in the Civil Service.

As one of the top employers of Economics students, this talk will cover life at the Civil Service, the different ways in which you can enter the workplace, and the applications process. Refreshments will be available throughout the event.

You will also have the opportunity to ask any questions you have about a career in the Civil Service.

About the event

Title: Economists in the Civil Service

The session will aim to cover economist role within in the civil service and what the Government Economic Service is. We will also provide information on the skills required to be a successful economist in the civil service. The different schemes available to those studying economics will also be covered and we will highlight any key differences so that the students can choose the route best suited to their interests.

Our Economists in the Civil Service event will take place on Wednesday 9 October from 2-3pm, which will include a short Q&A towards the end of the event.

Please note that these events are for current students only.

Wednesday 9 October

GES Talk: 2.00-2.45pm

Q&A: 2.45-3.00pm

Location:

Economists in the Civil Service

Introduction by Stephanie Redding, Senior Careers Consultant.

We will be joined by:

  • Nikita Patel - Transfer Pricing Economist at HMRC.

Refreshments will be provided throughout the event.

Civil Service Nationality Rules

Before deciding if this event is beneficial for you to attend, we would like to make all students aware of the UK Civil Service Nationality Rules. In general, only nationals from the following countries (and associations of countries) are eligible for employment in the Civil Service: the United Kingdom, the Republic of Ireland, and the Commonwealth. Certain EEA, Swiss and Turkish nationals are also eligible for employment.

If you think you would fulfil the eligibility criteria and would like to find out more then please register using the link below.

Registration

Registration for this event is mandatory and please only register if you will be attending. Please complete the form linked below.

Registration will close on Wednesday 9 October at 10am. You will receive an email with further details after this time.

Register

Please note: photography will be taking place at this event, which may be used for marketing purposes (e.g. promotional materials). By registering your attendance at this event, you are giving consent to be photographed, however if you do not wish to be photographed, please inform a member of Economics staff on the day. You can withdraw your consent at any time via email to emily.wesley@warwick.ac.uk.