Women are increasingly progressing to senior grades. Subject irrelevant but selection is designed to identify high intellectual calibre, interpersonal skills and a good general knowledge. Language proficiency and personal qualities are important. This is not possible or unlikely A good honours degree is essential. Experience Pre-entry experience is not needed Special entry requirements British citizenship is required and applicants should have lived in the UK for 5 years prior to applying.
Worldwide mobility is essential except for people with disabilities.
Aptitude for learning languages tested. Candidates should be under 52 when applying. Competition Competition is severe for roughly 25 vacancies a year. Entry standards are very high. Attend any familiarisation visits offered and practice aptitude tests prior to civil service tests being taken.