Apprentice Economist Review

by Government Economic Service

Rating

7.6/10

1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

I am a civil service economist, working on a dedicated policy. I work with policy teams and ministers to monitor and evaluate the success of the policy, using data analysis, economic theory and discussions with relevant stakeholders.

8/10

2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

Yes, skills around working with stakeholders, data analysis, forming policy, working at pace, evaluating decisions and project management.

8/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I enjoy it, the work is challenging but gives me a good work life balance. Uni feels very separate to the work, but again does not take up too much time.

8/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

Feels pretty well organised and structured. Some uni modules could be organised better, but overall it is good.

7/10

5. How much support do you receive from your employer?

They're very supportive, let me take study leave and ensure I am not overworked.

9/10

6. How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?

Again support is there, deadlines are tailored so that they fit around work.

8/10

7. How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?

The uni degree is interesting and potentially useful, but I personally don't feel it is directly relevant to my role.

6/10

8. Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)

Yes, various team days, netowrks, events, conferences etc.

7/10

9a. Would you recommend Government Economic Service to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

Good place to work, interesting work and generally I feel valued.

10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Government Economic Service?

Answer application questions, don't just write a generic personal statement.