Civil Service Careers

We offer an attractive and competitive benefits package, which includes:

An occupational pension with an employer contribution of over 26% plus a range of other benefits.
Family friendly policies including enhanced maternity, adoption and shared parental leave.
A comprehensive reward and recognition scheme which includes e-cards, vouchers, discounts, and monetary awards.
A discount scheme offering savings on hundreds of retailers, days out and discounted gym membership.
Interest free loans for season tickets, tenancy deposit, and bicycles and purchases from Curry’s PC World via Smart Tech.
Access to the Financial Education hub which provides money insights through articles, tools, videos, webinars and budgeting tips.
A cycle to work scheme, the simple way to get a brand-new bike and accessories, make huge savings and spread the cost.

Generous annual holiday allowance of 25 days for new starters, based on full-time work pattern, rising to 30 days over time, plus Bank Holidays.
We also offer an additional day in May – a privilege day – and up to 3 volunteer days.
A supportive work environment which encourages inclusivity and diversity, with a range of local and national employee networks which you can join.
Sports and Social Club, with a wide range of subsidised events and discounts.

Flexible working options, including full-time, part-time, job share and hybrid working for some roles.
Employee Assistance Programme – a free and confidential service providing information and counselling to help with a range of work, family and personal issues.
Free access to Headspace which is a mindfulness, meditation and sleep app.
Eye care scheme and health cash plan.
Access to our Wellbeing Centre which includes home workouts, healthy recipes, guided meditation and financial education.

Excellent learning and development opportunities, covering technical, managerial and personal skills.
Our development offer includes includes training courses, apprenticeships, and leadership development initiatives.
We offer paid leave for exams and will pay membership fees for one relevant professional association.
You can gain experience and develop your career here across the Defra group. Joining us also gives you access to a range of career opportunities across the wider Civil Service.