How to Apply:
When you click "Apply Now" at the bottom of this page, you will be required to attach your anonymised CV for information, together with a 750 word supporting statement on the experience criteria below.
Timeline:
- Advert Closes for applications: 12th July 2026
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Shortlisting: w/c 20th July 2026
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Interviews: w/c 3rd August 2026
We will try to meet the dates set out in the advert. There may be occasions when these dates change. You will be provided with sufficient notice of the confirmed dates.
Sift/Shortlist Criteria:
All applications are processed anonymously. You will be short-listed against the following criteria:
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Experience of creating data models at differing levels of detail
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Experience of delivering data models in a data-centric organisation (lead criteria used in the event of a high volume of applications)
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Experience of managing non-technical stakeholder engagement
Please ensure that you cover all the above criteria in your CV and 750 word supporting statement.
Interview Criteria:
Experience:
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Experience of managing non-technical stakeholder engagement
Technical:
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Experience of creating data models at differing levels of detail
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Experience of delivering data models in a data-centric organisation (lead criteria used in the event of a tie at interview)
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Experience of working with at least one data modelling tool
Civil Service Behaviours (SEO level):
See here for further information: Success Profiles - Civil Service Behaviours (publishing.service.gov.uk)
Process:
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Single Stage Interview via TEAMS. You will be contacted to book a suitable slot if you are shortlisted (see our Candidate Pack for further information)
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Interview will be with a panel of no more than 3 people and will last approximately 45 minutes.
Onboarding Checks:
In the event you are offered a role with us, you will be required to go through Basic Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) checks which will include Employment and Right to Work Checks. You will also need to apply for SC (Security Clearance), but you may be able to start your role before gaining this. Please see our attached Candidate Pack for further details and Terms.
Please note, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship.
Residency Requirements:
SC non reserved
This is a Ministry of Defence non-reserved post and although open to UK, British Commonwealth and European Economic Area nationals, successful applicants will require a security clearance (SC) and therefore need to have resided in the UK for a minimum of 12 consecutive months within the last 5 years.
Eligibility
Due to the secure nature of our work, there may be eligibility restrictions if you hold dual nationality or are not a British Citizen. We will consider each application on a case-by-case basis. We will ask you in our application form to confirm your place of birth and details of any dual or previous nationalities.
Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.
