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3 source-checked opportunities across 3 departments and programmes, translated into role context and evidence priorities. Every guide links back to the official source, because the advert always controls.

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3 current vacancy guides

Sorted by closing date. Recheck the official advert before you invest time in an application.

HMRCCheck grade in the full application portal

HMRC Senior Data & Trials Analyst: Behavioural Insights

An analytical role in behavioural insights. Build an application around how you design, analyse and explain evidence, rather than listing software alone.

Salary
£45,544 to £55,157
Locations
Multiple UK offices; see official advert
4 days left15 Oct 2026Read the guide →
HMRCGraduate programme; check portal for grade

HMRC Graduate Valuation Surveyor

A graduate surveying opportunity. Connect study or work evidence to valuation, professional development and your interest in the surveying profession.

Salary
£32,500
Locations
Multiple UK locations; see official advert
21 days left1 Nov 2026Read the guide →
Civil Service Fast StreamGraduate development programme

Civil Service Fast Stream: 2027 Entry

A permanent development programme with 18 schemes. Choose using scheme requirements and the work you want to learn, rather than treating it as one department vacancy.

Salary
£31,554 starting salary
Locations
UK placements; scheme and location rules apply
24 days left5 Nov 2026Read the guide →

How to use these guides

Research first. Evidence second. Writing third.

  1. Check the source.Confirm that you are eligible and can meet the location, deadline and any security requirements.
  2. Map the selection route.List every document, test, Behaviour, Strength, presentation or technical assessment named.
  3. Build an evidence bank.Choose truthful examples that show decisions, actions, scale and measurable outcomes.
  4. Write to the criteria.Use the advert's wording as a checklist, not as text to copy into your application.