Careers with Politics
Politics can support a wide range of careers. The strongest options depend on the other subjects you enjoy, the type of work you prefer and the route you want to take after school or college.
Where could Politics take you?
You do not need to choose a career simply because it uses politics. Use this page as a starting point, then compare roles, routes and the work itself.
Career ideas linked to Politics
Explore the roles below to see what the work involves, common entry routes, useful skills and possible progression.
Barrister
Barristers specialise in courtroom advocacy, providing legal opinions and representing clients in courts and tribunals.
Read career guideBorder Force Officer
Border Force Officers protect UK borders by checking people and goods entering the country while preventing illegal activity and supporting national security.
Read career guideBorder Force Officer
Border Force officers protect the UK border by checking passengers and goods, preventing illegal activity and enforcing immigration and customs laws.
Read career guideCharity Manager
Charity Managers oversee the day-to-day running of charitable organisations, leading staff, managing projects and ensuring services achieve their social impact.
Read career guideChartered Legal Executive
Chartered Legal Executives specialise in particular areas of law and provide legal advice, representation and case management.
Read career guideCivil Servant
Civil Servants develop and deliver government policies, manage public services and support ministers in improving outcomes for citizens.
Read career guideCommunity Development Officer
Community Development Officers work with local communities to improve wellbeing, develop local projects and strengthen partnerships between organisations and residents.
Read career guideDefence Intelligence Analyst
Defence Intelligence Analysts collect, interpret and assess information to support military planning, national security and government decision making.
Read career guideDiplomat
Diplomats represent the UK overseas, building international relationships, supporting British citizens and promoting UK interests.
Read career guideEnvironmental Policy Advisor
Environmental Policy Advisors develop policies and provide evidence-based advice that supports environmental protection, sustainability and climate objectives.
Read career guideGovernment Economist
Government Economists analyse economic data, forecast trends and advise ministers on economic policy and public spending.
Read career guideHistorian
Historians research, analyse and interpret historical events using primary and secondary sources to improve understanding of the past.
Read career guideIntelligence Analyst
Intelligence Analysts collect, evaluate and interpret information to help government departments identify risks, support national security and inform decision making.
Read career guideJournalist
Journalists research, investigate and report news across print, broadcast and digital media platforms.
Read career guideJudge
Judges oversee court proceedings, interpret the law, make legal decisions and ensure cases are conducted fairly and impartially.
Read career guideLocal Government Officer
Local Government Officers help deliver essential public services, working across housing, planning, environmental services, education and community programmes.
Read career guideParliamentary Assistant
Parliamentary Assistants support Members of Parliament by researching policy, responding to constituents and organising parliamentary business.
Read career guideParliamentary Clerk
Parliamentary Clerks advise Parliament on legislative procedure, support committees and ensure parliamentary business follows constitutional rules.
Read career guidePolicy Adviser
Policy Advisers research issues, analyse evidence and develop policies that influence government decisions and public services.
Read career guidePublic Affairs Manager
Public Affairs Managers build relationships with government, policymakers and stakeholders, helping organisations influence policy and communicate effectively.
Read career guidePublic Relations (PR) Manager
Public relations managers protect and promote the reputation of organisations through media relations, campaigns and strategic communications.
Read career guidePublic Relations Manager
Public Relations Managers protect and promote an organisation’s reputation by managing media relationships, communications and public messaging.
Read career guideSolicitor
Solicitors provide legal advice to individuals and organisations, prepare legal documents and represent clients in a wide range of legal matters.
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