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Breaking into the Civil Service can feel overwhelming. With complex application forms, tough competency-based interviews, and thousands of candidates competing for each role, you need expert guidance to stand out.

Our specialist Civil Service career consultations give you the advantage. Whether you’re a school leaver, career changer, or experienced professional, our 1:1 sessions with former Civil Service hiring managers will:

  • Clarify your best-fit roles across 12+ government departments
  • Decode the application process from start to finish
  • Identify your strengths (and how to present them)
  • Create a personalized action plan to maximize your chances

Choose from:

  • Free 30-minute discovery call (ideal for beginners)
  • In-depth 60-minute coaching session (for serious applicants)
  • Fast Stream intensive package (for leadership candidates)

The Civil Service application process is 3x more competitive than private sector hiring. Our 60-minute deep-dive sessions identify your:

  • Best-fit departments (DWP vs. HMRC vs. Home Office)
  • Ideal entry grade (AO, EO, HEO, or Fast Stream)
  • Competency gaps needing improvement
  • 3-month action plan tailored to upcoming vacancies

    “92% of consultation clients progress to interview stage vs. 38% national average.”

Consultation Options

1. Discovery Call (Free 30-Minute)
Perfect for beginners, includes:

  • Career Alignment Assessment
    • Grade suitability analysis
    • Department compatibility quiz
  • Process Walkthrough
    • Timeline from application to offer
    • Key milestones for your target role
  • Quick CV Scan
    • 3 priority improvements
    • Civil Service formatting check

2. Comprehensive Review (£49 | 60-Minute)
For serious applicants, featuring:

  • Document Deep Dive
    • Line-by-line CV/application edit
    • Behavior statement rewrite workshop
    • Strength response templates
  • Diagnostic Testing
    • 15-minute mock SJT with instant scoring
    • Verbal/numerical skills gap analysis
  • Department Strategy
    • Current hiring manager expectations
    • 2024 priority areas (e.g., NHS backlogs, border security)
    • Insider interview question bank
      *Includes: Post-session written report & 14-day email support
  • Document Deep Dive
    • Line-by-line CV/application edit
    • Behavior statement rewrite workshop
    • Strength response templates

3. Fast Stream Intensive (£150 | Half-Day)
For this elite 4% acceptance program:
Morning Session

  • Leadership competency assessment
  • Policy exercise simulation (actual 2023考题)
  • Draft submission review

Afternoon Session

  • Live presentation feedback
  • Ministerial briefing drill
  • Final selection panel Q&A
    *Bonus: 1-year mentor access*

What Makes Our Consultations Unique?
🔹 Department-Specific Prep
We cover nuances like:

  • DWP: Universal Credit case studies
  • Home Office: Nationality Act scenarios
  • MoJ: Prison service role-plays

🔹 Post-Session Toolkit
You receive:

  • Customized competency checklist
  • 12-week study plan
  • Department contact list
  • Exclusive vacancy alerts

Contact Us

Ground Floor, Taylor Place, 1 Fondant Court, Payne Rd, Bow, London E3 2SP

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Career Research Centre Ltd is a UK-based education, training, and career development organisation dedicated to helping individuals unlock their full potential.

Ground Floor, Taylor Place,
1 Fondant Court, Payne Rd,
Bow, London E3 2SP

+44 7936 028 683
+44 2089 805 714

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