Application and Selection
The application process will be split into 3 stages, testing the following Success Profiles:
Ability , Behaviours , Experience , Technical
Please ensure your CV does not contain any personally identifiable information.
Note: We do not consider direct CV applications. All applications must be submitted via the provided application link.
Important: Your CV and Cover Letter must be merged into a single document before uploading.
Stage 1: Sift (CV)
Experience & Technical: Your CV will be tested against the experience and technical success profiles.
Most of our campaigns utilise multiple assessors and so it is possible that each of your answers would be viewed by different assessors.
Stage 2: Long List Interview
This interview will be tested against the technical success profile and a behaviour ("Working Together"). We expect this will last no longer than 30 minutes.
Stage 3: Short List Interview
This interview will be tested against the ability and technical success profiles.
30 minute interview testing the skills as described in the advert and technical test that will last approx. 45 minutes. Details of the test will be shared on invitation to your slot.
Sift and Interview Dates
Sifting is envisaged to take place from 8th July 2026.
Interviews are envisaged to take place the week commencing 20th July 2026 and are currently being held remotely via videocall. This could be subject to change.
Group 1 Digital & Data Roles
MHCLG has implemented the Digital and Data capability framework for Group 1 roles. Applicants that are successful and have been offered a position will be required to complete a capability assessment after the interview.
MHCLG will honour completed capability assessments for this role from other Government Departments for existing civil servants on level transfer only. Please provide a copy of your capability assessment to the Hiring Manager when applying. If you have any queries on pay, please contact the Hiring Manager.
Each experience or technical skill is assessed between 1-3, representing working towards, at or above the job level requirements. You are awarded a proficiency level accordingly, and you will be given opportunity to annually re assess your capability and potentially increase your overall remuneration, through payment of allowances, depending on level of assessed capability.
Candidates moving from another government department have the option to retain their current basic pay if this is within our pay band for the relevant grade.
GRADE 7 Group 1 Digital and Data salary
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The basic pay for this role will be between £63,483 - £72,287 (London), £58,092 - £66,742 (National). Candidates will usually be recruited to the median of the payscale.
- A digital allowance may also be payable depending on the level of assessed capability, in order to meet the MHCLG overall targeted remuneration rate for the specific grade, location and capability rating.
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For applicants in receipt of existing allowances, we will assess each case individually, but we would seek not to exceed the MHCLG overall targeted remuneration rate for the specific grade, location and capability rating for existing civil servants, the usual policy on level transfer and promotion will apply, subject to the statements above.
How We Recruit
Find out everything you need to know before applying here..
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Applying
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Sifting
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Interview
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Interview Results & Feedback
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Reserve List
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Near Miss
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Civil Service Grades
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We are a DCS, RIS & GPTWV employer
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Reasonable Adjustments
How to Apply
What you need to know before applying.
You must review the following information from the MHCLG Career's Site before submitting your application. This step is essential to ensure your eligibility for the role and that your application is completed correctly.
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Security Clearance Requirements
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Civil Service Nationality Requirements
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Right to Work
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Civil Service Code and Recruitment Principles
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CV Declaration
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Sponsorships
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Salary and Grade
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Existing Civil Servants
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Conflict of Interest
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Location and Flexible Working
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Fixed Term Contracts
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Internal Fraud Database
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Appeals and Complaints
Security Clearance Requirements
National Office: BPSS + SC
London Office: BPSS + SC
Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.
