Now is an excellent time to join Defra as a professional Analyst, Scientist, Economist, Social Researcher, Operational Researcher or Statistician.

At Defra, analysis, science and evidence play a central part in informing the critical decisions being made by policy makers and by those delivering public services across the wider Defra group.

We are seeking a number of professional analysts and evidence specialists (economic, operational research, statistics, social research and science) to join the department.

Reflecting the central role for analysis, evidence and science in shaping, monitoring and evaluating policy across the department, these opportunities are available within several high priority areas.

In return, we can offer you the challenge and stretch you need to develop your career and reach your full potential.