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Applications sent direct to Companies House Recruitment Team will not be accepted.
Key Dates:(dates are indicative only and could be subject to change)
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Closing date: Monday 27th July at 23:55pm.
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Sift/shortlist: Tuesday 28th Friday 31st July 2026.
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Interview dates: Week commencing 10th August 2026.
An initial sift of applications will be carried out to create a shortlist. This will be based on the evidence provided for the below Success Profile elements.
Were committed to being diverse and inclusive, so please make your application anonymous by removing all identifying personal information (such as your name and age) from your personal statement.
Tell us why youre a great fit for this role by writing a 500-word personal statement that highlights your relevant experience, skills, and motivations.
As part of the assessment process, well be reviewing your statement for clear evidence of how you meet the criteria outlined below:
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Sound judgement and decision-making (Lead Criteria) able to make decisions within guidance and explain them clearly and professionally
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Strong communication skills confident speaking to customers on the phone and clear, professional, and accurate in written responses
For guidance on how to structure your application please visit: About the application process , Civil Service Careers.
You can use examples from school, work, volunteering, or other experiences. It is advisable to give clear examples for each criteria listed above, including the impact of your actions, ideally utilising the STAR technique (Situation, Task, Action, Result) with most detail on what you did and the outcome. Please use this link as guidance How to write your PS , Civil Service Careers.
Please note:
- Should a large number of applications be received, an initial sift may be conducted using the lead criteria. If so, we will sift on: Sound judgement and decision-making (Lead Criteria).
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If you pass the initial sift (lead criteria), you may either move on to a full sift (full personal statement) or go straight to interview, depending on number of applications received.
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We may raise the score required at sift stage to progress to interview if we receive a high number of
If invited to interview
Behaviour and
Strength based questioning will be used.
Specific information regarding the Success Profile elements that will be assessed at interview will be contained within the interview invitation.
Interviews for this role will be carried virtually using Microsoft Teams.
Once all interviews have been completed, you will be notified of the outcome by email. Offers will be made in strict merit order to the highest scoring candidate first as outlined in the Civil Service Commissioners Recruitment Principles.
Reserve list
This recruitment campaign will keep a reserve list for 12 months. If you meet the requirements for this role but aren't offered after passing the interview, you'll be placed on the reserve list. Subject to business need, if a suitable position opens up during this time, we will reach out to individuals in merit order. Successful applicants will be required to start on the date offered to align with the training schedule. Those who are unable to start on that date or are unavailable for certain parts of the training period will be placed on the reserve list for consideration in a future intake.
This post is being advertised to External, Across Government and Internal candidates.
Incomplete and/or late submissions will not be accepted or considered. Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.
If you require a reasonable adjustment at any stage of the recruitment process, or if you'd like to discuss any person-centred adjustments then please let the recruitment team know via; [email protected]
We Celebrate Diversity
As an equal opportunity employer, we celebrate diversity, being committed to ensuring were representative of the citizens we serve and creating an inclusive environment. Everyone in Companies House brings something different, and so will you. To fulfil our commitment to recruiting and attracting diverse talent we welcome applications from underrepresented groups.
We are proud to be a disability confident leader. Our recruitment process is fully inclusive, and we can make adjustments as needed through our process. These could include having an interview buddy, extra time at interviews/assessments and receiving interview questions in advance, to name a few.
If you require any reasonable adjustments at application stage, or if you'd like to discuss any person-centred adjustments, please contact us by emailing [email protected].
Read our 'Applying under the Disability Confidence Scheme (DCS)' guide to find out how to successfully complete an application under the Disability Confidence Scheme (DCS).
Pre-Employment Checking
In line with Government guidance, successfully appointed candidates will need to provide documents for our Right to Work checks.
From June 2026, applicants who are successful at interview will be, as part of pre-employment screening, subject to a check on the Internal Fraud Database (IFD). Your personal details (name, National Insurance number, and date of birth) will be checked against the Civil Service Resourcing Extract IFD.
This check will provide information about employees who have been dismissed for fraud or dishonesty offences. This check also applies to employees who resign or otherwise leave before being dismissed for fraud or dishonesty had their employment continued.
If your details appear on this database, you will not be offered employment unless you can demonstrate exceptional circumstances. Companies House, acting on behalf of the vacancy holder, will inform you if your application is refused for this reason.
Please note: You are not eligible to apply for a role within the Civil Service if the application is made within a 5 year period following a dismissal for carrying out internal fraud against government.
Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.
