Welcome to our Country Based Staff recruitment pages, where you will be able to find jobs within the British Government overseas’ network
All jobs posted on this site are recruited locally and are subject to the Terms and Conditions of Service, according to the local employment law of each country
In order to apply for opportunities across the network, unless otherwise stated, you must hold the independent right to live and work legally in the country where the job is advertised.
Country Based Staff perform varied, interesting and skilled work
They are vital to our overseas’ network and the daily operations of our Embassies, High Commissions, Consulates and offices in over 160 countries
Working within Our Network means you could be working for the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO), Department for International Trade (DIT), UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) or other British Government Departments.
The British Government is an inclusive and diversity-friendly employer
We value difference, promote equality and challenge discrimination, enhancing our organisational capability
We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds
We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status or other category protected by law.
Working in our overseas' networks can be very rewarding offering a wide range of experiences
If you believe you have the skills and expertise to apply for one of our opportunities, then we encourage you to visit How to Apply and view our current opportunities by clicking Search Jobs.
For more opportunities and to register your interest for any Country Based Staff vacancy in our overseas’ network that matches your selection criteria (either geographical or job category) you can register for Job Alerts
When a new vacancy is posted that matches your selection criteria, we will send you a notification should you wish to apply.