Diplomatic service officer | Average UK Salary & Outlook

Diplomatic service officers help to promote and protect British interests, businesses and citizens overseas.

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Diplomatic service officers typically work around 37 to 40 hours per week.

As a Diplomatic service officer you will typically work on call.

This occupation tends to be:

  • Realistic — Realistic occupations frequently involve work activities that include practical, hands-on problems and solutions. They often deal with plants, animals, and real-world materials like wood, tools, and machinery. Many of the occupations require working outside, and do not involve a lot of paperwork or working closely
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    * from ONETonline
    Average salary
    26,691 GBP *
    per year
    25,000 GBP
    45,000 GBP
    Starting
    5+ Experience
    * data taken from the Office of National Statistics (ons.gov.uk)
    Average salary for Diplomatic service officer

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    • 25,936 GBP
    Average salary for part-time Diplomatic service officer
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    Salary over time for Diplomatic service officer

    Salary for this role has increased over time
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    Future outlook for Diplomatic service officers

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    Balanced outlook
    188 000+ jobs available
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    Balanced outlook
    2% yearly wage growth (on average)

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    Which qualifications do I need?

    Find out what you need to know in order to become a Diplomatic service officer and the highest average level of education for people in this role.

    In terms of people already doing this job:

    • 71% of people in this role have GCSEs or equivalent
    • 22% of people in this role have a post-secondary qualification such as a Higher National Diploma
    • 7% of people in this role have do not have GCSEs or equivalent qualifications

    You can apply directly to employers if you have some of the relevant skills and knowledge needed for this role.

    To join as a diplomatic administrative officer you'll usually need 5 GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C). If you apply to become an operational or policy officer, you'll usually need A levels or equivalent qualifications.


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    What soft skills do I need?

    Rise above the competition by brushing up on the 5 most important soft skills you need to become a Diplomatic service officer.
    Quality Control Analysis Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance
    Operation Monitoring Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly
    Active Listening Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times
    Monitoring Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action
    Reading Comprehension Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents

    What technical skills do I need?

    Technical skills are programmes, softwares and things you need to know in order to be a successful Diplomatic service officer. Check that you know:
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    Desktop publishing software Adobe Systems Adobe InDesign
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    Document management software Adobe Systems Adobe Acrobat
    3
    Enterprise resource planning ERP software
    4
    Graphics or photo imaging software Adobe Systems Adobe Photoshop
    5
    Office suite software Microsoft Office
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    Things to highlight for your Diplomatic service officer interview

    Attention to Detail Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks. Dependability Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations. Persistence Job requires persistence in the face of obstacles. Integrity Job requires being honest and ethical. Stress Tolerance Job requires accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high stress situations.

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