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Weeks In Business programme

This initiative aims to help UK Trade & Investment staff to gain a better understanding of the issues our external clients and stakeholders are facing.

We believe that time spent outside the normal working environment, even as little as one or two days, can make a huge difference to an individual’s perception of how other organisations operate.

Benefits of initiative

When our staff work outside the civil service they develop an understanding of the pressures faced by the private sector.

Knowledge and skills are enhanced which ultimately helps us to have more productive relationships with our clients.

For staff who already have private sector experience, Weeks In Business provide the opportunity to update their knowledge of sectors and working practices.

The scheme also provides the host organisation with the chance to work more closely with government and learn more about UK Trade & Investment and our services.

Want to find out more?

If you are interested in hosting an attaché for a week or just a day, or would like more information on this please contact:

Chris Simms

+44 (0)20 7215 8435

chris.simms@ukti.gsi.gov.uk