Actuary: 

Actuaries use their mathematical and statistical skills to help government agencies develop strategic financial plans.

They analyse the risks associated with various events, such as climate change, and predict their economic consequences.

Actuaries in the civil service also play an important role in clarifying the financial challenges of the public sector.

National average salary: £64,669 per year

   Data Scientist:

Data scientists design and monitor projects that use data analytics techniques to identify patterns in broad datasets.

They use their understanding of the social sciences and policy sciences to effectively classify information and solve challenges.

Data scientists help generate usable insights from data to inform decision-making processes.

National average salary: £50,317 per year

   Lawyer:

Public service lawyers provide legal advice to public institutions and the public to ensure compliance with legal standards in government.

They undertake a variety of legal measures, including creating and enforcing new laws, to maintain legal integrity and protect the interests of government and its constituents. 

National average salary: £50,804 per year

   Policy Manager:

Policy managers lead the way in implementing and maintaining policies and procedures in government agencies.

Comprehensive research studies are conducted, and consultations are extended to government departments for reports, briefs, and public reviews.

Policy managers play an important role in government policies and projects aimed at addressing social issues.

National average salary: £44,060 per year

   Research Statisticians:

Research accountants play a key role in analysing and interpreting data to help business owners and teams make strategic decisions.

Statistical analysis and data modelling techniques are used to effectively communicate complex information.

Accountants employed in the civil service can contribute to policy innovation through their analytical approach.

National average salary: £41,314 per year

   Cybersecurity Expert:

Cybersecurity professionals in the public sector contribute to the nation’s digital security by developing, implementing, and maintaining policies and procedures aimed at protecting citizens’ personal data and financial assets.

Together with their security colleagues, an in government agencies collaborate to strengthen digital infrastructure and protect digital assets.

National average salary: £48,316 per year

   Data Architect:

Data architects conceptualize, build, and maintain reference frameworks to ensure compliance with industry-standard principles.

They develop solutions to centralize big data and partner with cloud-based infrastructure to streamline data processing.

Data architects are critical in building secure data solutions for government agencies.

National average salary: £43,511 per year

   User Experience Designer:

By partnering with government agencies, user experience designers seek to maximize the use of products and services such as online government forums.

Design skills and analytical skills are used to facilitate the interaction of public and government services and information, resulting in greater user satisfaction.

National average salary: £43,693 per year

   Reliability Engineer:

Reliability engineers leverage their expertise in Azure, cloud services, and systems, creating reliable products and systems for government employees.

The security and reliability of the digital system is prioritized through prototyping and engaged in visibility-based improvements.

National average salary: £46,033 per year

   Patent Attorneys:

Patent attorneys provide guidance to clients and help them obtain patents for their innovations, designs, and processes.

They have extensive knowledge of regulatory processes and procedures and assist clients in the process of obtaining licenses.

Additionally, patent attorneys examine existing patents and mentor junior lawyers in their practice.

National average salary: £60,182 per year

   Emergency Medical Doctor:

Emergency medicine physicians work within the emergency department, where they evaluate and treat patients with sudden injuries or illnesses, providing immediate care as needed.

Their primary goal is to stabilize patients and determine the most appropriate course of care.

These healthcare professionals are general practitioners, drawing on expertise from a variety of medical specialities, including neurology, cardiology, and gynaecology.

Average national salary: £57,608 a year

   Pharmaceutical Sciences Manager:

Pharmaceutical project managers working in the public sector play an important role in helping government agencies and organizations advance drug discovery and testing efforts.

Research and trials are carried out with the aim of facilitating the introduction of new drugs to the market.

Most pharmaceutical scientists divide their time between laboratory work and professional work in the office.

Average national salary: £31,851 a year