Early and experienced careers

Whether you are just starting out in your career, or you are an experienced professional, different job roles and pathways are available at CCS.

Early career entry routes

• Apprenticeships

  Apprenticeships provide fully funded job training and career development, helping you kick start your new career. Get paid as you train. We give a minimum 20% of working hours to focus on development and you will be part of a wider apprentice community.

  Find out how our recruitment process works.

• Civil Service Fast Stream

  Civil Service Fast Stream is a flagship leadership programme, developing people from a wide range of backgrounds who have the potential to become future senior leaders.

  You can find details on the programme and how to apply on the Fast Stream website.

I joined CCS after completing the Civil Service Fast Stream, this fantastic environment allowed me to continue studying while providing hands-on experience from seasoned professionals. This has accumulated in gaining several qualifications, for example, the Chartered Global Management Accountant (CGMA) accreditation and being promoted to Head of Operational Finance, where no 2 days are the same.

Liz Brown

Head of Operational Finance

Experienced careers

• Human Resources (HR)

  HR is responsible for the people strategy which prioritises recruitment, retention, inclusion and diversity, wellbeing, learning and development, reward, recognition and workplace services for all staff.

  Find out more about the HR Directorate

• Commercial

  Commercial is the largest directorate in CCS and is responsible for the design, development and implementation and management of our commercial agreements.

  Find out more about the Commercial Directorate

• Digital and Data Services (DDS)

  DDS supports CCS with digital and technology design, implementation and service delivery. We maintain the digital systems for CCS and work with our colleagues to deliver the business plan with a digital mindset.

  Find out more about the Digital and Data Services Directorate

• Customer Experience (CXD)

  CXD brings the voice of the customer to CCS to help them find the right commercial solution for their needs, whether that’s through effective marketing and communication or personalised account management.

  Find out more about the Customer Experience Directorate

• Procurement Operations

  The Procurement Operations Directorate helps impact the lives of citizens and communities in the UK. Our commitment to social value and sustainability contributes to the wellbeing of citizens and the preservation of our environment.

  Find out more about the Procurement Operations Directorate

• Strategy, Policy and Governance (SPG)

  SPG’s goal is to facilitate effective leadership throughout CCS to achieve better outcomes for our customers. We do this by helping to implement our strategic objectives and making sure government policy operates effectively.

  Find out more about the Strategy, Policy and Governance Directorate

• Finance, Planning and Performance (FPP)

  FPP oversees financial reporting, develops budgets and projections, formulates business plans, tracks implementation progress, measures success metrics and manages corporate risk.

  Find out more about the Finance, Planning and Performance Directorate

• Data Insight and Delivery (DID)

  The DID team is central to making sure that decisions made within CCS are driven by data and insights. As a directorate, we provide reporting and insight support across all areas of CCS.

  Find out more about the Data Insight and Delivery Directorate

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