Graduate Analyst

Job Introduction

Job title: Analyst (Early Careers)

Company: Government Actuary’s Department 

Location: London

Salary: £34,543 p/a 

Job type: Full-time, permanent, 36 hours p/w 

Start date: April 2026 or September 2026

Join a team that’s making a difference through data-driven solutions.
 
Be part of a team that has an impact on people’s lives.

 If you’re excited about using data analysis to deliver effective solutions and make a difference — a rewarding career as an Analyst in the heart of government could be the perfect fit for you!

About us 
 
The Government Actuary’s Department (GAD) are at the centre of actuarial expertise within government. We provide advice with strong analytical foundations to government across a range of significant policy initiatives. We enable government to better understand and quantify risk and uncertainty and in turn help shape better outcomes for the UK public. Our analysis is pivotal to the government across a number of areas such as: 

• The management of costs and risks across the public service workforce, including the design and operation of public service pension schemes.
• Understanding insurance risks and costs affecting government, including clinical negligence in the NHS.
• Bespoke advice on financial and demographic risks facing government, including social security benefits.

We are an inclusive organisation that values the unique perspectives and strengths of a diverse team, supported through our staff networks and active Diversity and Inclusion strategy, we ensure everyone has the opportunity to thrive. We are seeking motivated individuals to join our analytical team, where your contributions will be valued, and your voice heard. 
 

Why choose an Analyst role at GAD?
 
At GAD, the demand for analytical expertise is growing as the world becomes increasingly complex. To meet the challenges of the future, you are equipped to work across diverse areas, offering flexibility and opportunities to expand your skills. We are committed to supporting your development so you can thrive in a constantly evolving landscape.

Within our Analyst programme at GAD, you’ll receive comprehensive training and development to enhance your analytical skills in key areas such as data management, programming with data science tools, model building, presenting your findings and disseminating analysis.

We’re committed to helping you develop a modern analytics toolkit, including hands-on experience with programming languages like R and Python, working with cloud infrastructure, and making the most of AI-powered tools all while maintaining good technical standards. Alongside this, you’ll receive support in building essential professional skills, such as project and delivery management, and learning effective ways of working in an office environment, for example, managing your emails and collaborating with colleagues. You’ll benefit from hands-on experience, formal training, and dedicated study and practice time, all designed to empower your growth and success.

GAD is an active member of the government’s Analysis Function, which seeks to bring the 14,000 analysts across government together, giving you the opportunity to connect with other analysts across government and benefit from cross-government training and development programs. You’ll gain valuable insights and build a supportive network, enhancing your skills and career growth.

There are also several opportunities for analysts to go on secondment with major government departments. We encourage all our analysts to consider these secondments to help broaden their skills and see how analysis is used across the public sector. 

What does the role involve?

As an Analyst at the Government Actuary’s Department (GAD), you’ll join a multidisciplinary team delivering practical solutions across a range of business areas. You’ll use the right tools and methods to produce high-quality work efficiently, giving solid evidence to support decision-making and expert advice for our clients. Your role will cover the full analytical lifecycle, from gathering and preparing data, spotting patterns and trends, building models, to visualising insights and presenting findings.

With the team’s wide scope, analysts play a key part in several specialist areas. Each area has its own focus, but all rely on a shared analytical toolkit, making your skills valuable across the department.

When you join, you’ll receive targeted training to help you build the core skills needed for your analyst role, tailored to the team you’re placed in. This ensures you quickly get up to speed with the specific tools, methods, and business areas relevant to your team. After receiving your offer, you’ll have the opportunity to indicate your preferred area of focus, so your development can align with your interests and strengths as you settle into your role.

 What will I gain from an Analyst role with GAD?

• The opportunity to work on unique projects, clients and challenges which make a a difference for the UK public.
• The ability to have great work-life balance, with flexitime working and support to allow you to work in a hybrid manner at home and our London office.
• Access to a wide range of training opportunities to develop your career.
• A great benefit package, including access to a generous defined benefit pension scheme.
• 25 days annual leave per year, increasing to 30 days after 5 years' service. In addition, we offer 9 days public and privilege days leave per year (pro rata for part time staff).
• Access to employee assistance programme and occupational health.
• Family-friendly policies such as help with caring responsibilities, special leave, generous paid maternity, paternity, and adoption leave. 

Entry requirements 

Achieved or on target to achieve a 2:2 or above in a degree with a high mathematical content.

Process

The selection process will consist of an online application form, online assessment, video interview and in person assessment centre in London to be held week commencing Monday 26th January 2026.

The closing date for applications is 23rd November 2025, so if this role feels like the right fit for you, we invite you to apply now and take advantage of this exciting opportunity to join our team!