The standard selection process for roles at GDS consists of:
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a simple application screening process - We only ask for a CV and to answer 3 short application questions related to your experience. Please allow max 300 words per question
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a first round, 30 minute video interview on the above questions
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a second round, 60 minute video interview which will include a 10 minute presentation. Details about the presentation will be shared in advance
Depending on how many applications we get, there might also be an extra stage before the video interview, for example a phone interview or a technical exercise.
In the event we receive a high volume of applications, we will conduct the initial sift against the lead criteria which is:
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can demonstrate strong proficiency with digital analytics platforms, such as Google Analytics (specifically GA4) working with high volumes of data
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are experienced using analytical environments to evaluate and analyse data, especially in GCP (Google Cloud Platform), for example tools such as Google BigQuery, Dataform, and other APIs
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have experience in creating performance frameworks - specifically what good looks like and how it should be measured (KPIs)
In the Civil Service, we use Success Profiles to evaluate your skills and ability. This gives us the best possible chance of finding the right person for the job, increases performance and improves diversity and inclusivity. Well be assessing your technical abilities, skills, experience and behaviours that are relevant to this role.
For this role well be assessing you against the following Civil Service Behaviours:
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working together
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seeing the bigger picture
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communicating and influencing
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delivering at pace
Well also be assessing your experience and specialist technical skills against the following skills defined in the Government Digital and Data Capability Framework for the Performance Analyst role:
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communicating analysis and insight
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performance measurement
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quality assurance of data and analysis
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technical understanding
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Recruitment Timeline
Sift completion: 26th June 2026
Phone screens: From 6th July
Panel interviews: W/c 13th July
Candidates that do not pass the interview but have demonstrated an acceptable standard may be considered for similar roles at a lower grade.
A reserve list will be held for a period of 12 months, from which further appointments can be made.
The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the Civil Service People Plan and the Civil Service D&I Strategy.
Security
This role is advertised at BPSS but the successful candidate may go through SC whilst in post (Please note this would be at your own risk, as if you failed to obtain SC level then regrettably your employment may be terminated.
Location
Whilst this role's location is Bristol/Manchester, if you are a current Civil servant working in DSIT and based in London you are also able to apply for this role. If you are successful, you will retain your current location and pay.
Sponsorship
DSIT cannot offer Visa sponsorship to candidates through this campaign. DSIT holds a Visa sponsorship licence but this can only be used for certain roles and this campaign does not qualify.
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