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Join a community committed to building digital and data careers and services that genuinely improve people’s lives across the UK public sector.
Whether you’re starting your digital or data career, considering a change, or looking to progress within the public sector, there’s a place for you in this vibrant and inclusive community. You will be joining professionals dedicated to creating digital services that truly make a difference to people’s lives across local authorities, the NHS, police, fire services, and central government.
Why should you even pursue a career in Digital and Data?
It’s one of the most future-proof career decisions you can make in today’s digital, data, and AI-driven world. Every sector from healthcare and finance to entertainment and government relies on technology and data insights to innovate and stay competitive.
And why consider a Digital and Data career in government?
Joining us puts you at the centre of solving complex problems and creating solutions that impact millions of lives. Your work will shape public services, making them smarter, fairer and more accessible.
A career in Government Digital and Data is built to grow with you. From day one, you’ll have access to continuous learning opportunities in cutting edge areas like cloud computing, machine learning and cybersecurity, ensuring your skills stay ahead of the curve.
Every project you take on has a real impact improving lives across the UK and shaping the way public services work for everyone. It’s not just about technology; it’s about creativity and innovation. You’ll uncover patterns, predict trends and enable smarter decisions that define the future. This is your chance to combine purpose with progress and make a difference that truly matters.
You’ll get more than just a job, you’ll get a career built to last. With job security in one of the most future-proof sectors, you can plan with confidence. Enjoy competitive salaries and clear progression, rewarding you for the impact you make. And most importantly, you’ll gain experience and skills that keep you ahead in a world driven by technology.
This isn’t just work, it’s an opportunity to grow, innovate, and shape the future.
The UK public sector digital and data community is thriving – with thousands of professionals already working across local government, the NHS, central government departments and public bodies nationwide.
With over forty Government departments that have digital and data roles, with offices all over the UK, you might find yourself:
- developing patient-centred healthcare apps,
- designing digital solutions for local communities, or
- building the next generation of seamless citizen services that span the entire public sector.
And as a Government Digital and Data professional, you will benefit from:
| Civil Service Pension | Access to a comprehensive pension scheme with an employer contribution of 28.97%. |
| Flexible Working | A way of working that suits an employee’s needs. |
| Generous Leave | 25 days of annual leave, which increases by a day each year up to a maximum of 30 days. Civil Servants are also entitled to take 8 days public holiday per year and one day privilege leave for the King’s official birthday. Please check the department’s website as some may differ slightly. |
| Rewards and Recognition | Opportunities to receive in-year awards and e-vouchers. |