Government Policy Fast Stream 2025

Policy professionals play a pivotal role in helping ministers to navigate often complex policy issues and make the commitments of the government a reality.You will work with Parliament, ministers, legislation and a broad stakeholder network to propose and design courses of action across a variety of policy areas that will improve existing or develop new public services.You will develop agility of thought, learn how to approach matters strategically, tactically and creatively to develop ideas that will achieve objectives.You will have opportunities to learn the system of government, support ministers with objective and impartial advice, navigate the complexities of Parliament and may work with other governments both in the UK and overseas.You will understand how to take a broad view to ensure youve weighed up the implications of your proposals and any potential impacts upon implementation. You will also work closely with Operational Delivery colleagues to monitor and adapt policies over time.You will learn how to develop strong working relationships with others, as building productive networks with a wide range of stakeholders is key to developing effective policy proposals. You will also develop the skills to feel comfortable working in a fast paced and dynamic environment all essential skills for a policy professional.There will be lots to learn on the job, but you will be working within a supportive environment to help you develop both the softer and more technical skills required of policy professionals. You will also have access to a carefully structured curriculum as well as the opportunity to build and learn from a constructive network of current and future leaders.Work at the heart of government is always changing, but your three years on the Fast Stream scheme will be shaped to ensure you can hone your skills and gain a breadth of experience that will support you on your journey to becoming a future leader.