Role profiles and career pathways

Select each role for more information about:

  • the role summary
  • typical role responsibilities
  • the core skills needed for the role
  • the sample career path

These are general principles found cross-government for each role profile and they can be adapted to suit the needs of each department or profession.

See a list of common behaviours and skill level definitions applicable to each role.

Our interactive skills assessment tool is available to help you assess your current skills level against most role profiles and discover recommendations for training to further develop your knowledge and skills.

Please share any comments on the role profiles with the Analysis Function Team by emailing Analysis.Function@ons.gov.uk.