UNOFFICIAL GUIDES

by Nathan White

At Unofficial Guides, we believe everyone deserves a fair shot at success, no matter their background. That’s why we’re committed to demystifying complex career landscapes, shedding light on how different industries work, what opportunities exist, and how to confidently take the next step. 📩 Want to stay updated? Subscribe to our newsletter for exclusive content, early access, and career insights.

You’re one in 5,000....thank you! June update: New career conversations and a Chief of Staff role!

Dear Reader Halfway through 2025 already! Seriously, can someone slow down time? We have a lot of content in this email, so take your time. Firstly… Thank you! We’ve just hit 5,000 subscribers to this newsletter! A massive thank you for spreading the word, sharing our guides, and joining our events. Every time you tell a friend, forward an email, or mention us on LinkedIn, you help more people access our services, and we’re so grateful for that. The heart of Unofficial Guides is you, our...

25 days ago • 4 min read

Next Career Conversation

Inside HM Treasury: Dont miss the next Career Conversation!

Happy Friday Reader ! We hope everyone who joined our recent Career Conversation with Justin Russell, Director General, found it insightful and inspiring. If you weren’t able to attend, don’t worry, a full write-up of the session will be available soon on our website. We’ve got an exciting update for our next Career Conversation this coming Tuesday 28th May at 6 pm (BST) Unfortunately, Gaby de Serville, who is a Senior Project Manager in the Home Office, won’t be able to join us this time,...

about 1 month ago • 1 min read

Your May Unofficial Civil Service Update! Diplomacy, interview with a Director General, and a feature in Civil Service World

Dear Reader Has anyone else downloaded Tariffs for Dummies this month? With trade policies making headlines again, it's no surprise that many are seeking clarity on the topic. For a deeper dive into the complexities of tariffs and their potential implications, check out this episode of Diary of a CEO by Stephen Bartlett! Career Conversation with Justin Russell, Director General Date: 13th May Time: 6 pm Bio: Justin Russell is an incredible Civil Service leader with over 30 years’ experience...

about 2 months ago • 4 min read

🚀 Your Unofficial Civil Service Update! Insider Tips, New Guides & Exclusive Events

Dear Reader We have so many civil servants subscribed to our newsletter. So if you were working in Number 10 or on the Ukraine desk in the FCDO and welcomed President Zelenskiy back from a quiet US trip, you have our thoughts and prayers. We had a busy couple of weeks at Unofficial Guides, with a Q&A with Harry and another Career Conversation. It has been wonderful meeting you through these events and hearing from our growing community. January Career Conversation: Don't Give UP💡 “Your first...

4 months ago • 3 min read

Insider Tips from a Top Civil Servant - Our new blog UNOFFICIAL BLOG

Dear Reader What a month in Government! Aren’t you glad you aren’t looking to apply to the American Civil Service right now? Our first Career Conversation with Harry Phinda was a huge success! Thank you to everyone who came. Harry shared his experiences working on some of the government's contentious policy issues and some accurate, practical advice for applying to the civil service. My favourite answer was when Harry was asked what have you learnt about applying to the civil service? It is...

5 months ago • 2 min read

At Unofficial Guides, we believe everyone deserves a fair shot at success, no matter their background. That’s why we’re committed to demystifying complex career landscapes, shedding light on how different industries work, what opportunities exist, and how to confidently take the next step. 📩 Want to stay updated? Subscribe to our newsletter for exclusive content, early access, and career insights.