Team AfSU

Seyar completed his studies (BA Hons Business Economics, MSc International Business) at the University of Hertfordshire. He then began working in the public sector and has been a civil servant since. Seyar has over 15 years’ experience working for HMG (His Majesty’s Government) across different departments. These included working as a strategic communications lead at the Cabinet Office; policy lead at HM Treasury shaping critical national infrastructure policy; international engagement lead for the Middle East and North Africa at the Ministry of Justice; deputy team lead at the Foreign & Commonwealth Office delivering the Conflict, Stability and Security Fund (CSSF) Multilateral programme working directly with the UN, NATO and OSCE; and currently as an economic and investment security adviser at the Ministry of Defence. Alongside his civil service career, Seyar has worked as a volunteer supporting refugees from Afghanistan to settle into the UK by delivering community events/workshops, sports coaching, immigration advice and interpreting services. Seyar joined AfSU as a Trustee in June 2024 after attending an AfSU event as a guest speaker and having been thoroughly impressed by the professionalism and reach of the Union. He is also a massive sports fan and loves all things football - watching, talking and playing it.