Climbing the career ladder
June Smith is the Learning and Capability Lead in the Benefits and Credits Operations team – part of HM Revenue and Customs’ (HMRC) Customer Services Group.
Tax Specialist Programme: Rebecca's Journey
I started my career in HMRC in 2007 and like many others in the department, my first role was an Assistant Officer (AO) in the contact centre handling Tax Credit calls. I graduated from Warwick University with a BSc in …
Tax Specialist Programme: Michelle's Journey
I had done a lot of different things before joining the Tax Specialist Programme (TSP). I studied Computing with Operational Research at university, before getting a job as a programmer. I decided this wasn’t for me and went to do …
Celebrating success: Joseph takes home Apprentice of the Year Award
Joseph is on a mission to inspire. At the Multicultural Apprenticeship Awards hosted in Birmingham on 5 October, the judges were unanimous in naming him Apprentice of the Year 2023, beating more than 140 other nominees. We caught up with …
India Buildings Liverpool: Where my story began
What does ‘going into the office’ look like for you? For many, it’s a hybrid approach. A minimum of 2 or 3 days a week working from a modern office building. Flexible workspaces, adaptable furniture; many even boast wellness zones …
South Asian Heritage Month: Chintan's story
Chintan has been working at HMRC for just over 12 months. He explains how he came to start working at HMRC, about his role in the Pensions Process team, and some of the things he loves about working here. My …
Care Leavers Internship Scheme: Candice's Story
The Civil Service Care Leavers Internship Scheme gives care leavers the chance to benefit from a 12-month paid internship in a central Government department or agency, with the possibility of the post being made permanent at the end of the …
World Youth Skills Day: developing skills at HMRC
The year's theme for 'World Youth Skills Day' is 'skilling teachers, trainers and youth for a transformative future.' It aims to highlight the importance of teachers in supporting young people and equipping them with the skills they need for the …
HMRC wins Women in Tech Employer award for the second year running
HMRC has won the Best Public Sector Employer category for the second year running at the Women in Tech Employer Awards. The awards celebrate employers and individuals going above and beyond to help close the gender gap within the tech …
King Charles III recognises HMRC employees in Birthday Honours
As King Charles III released his first Birthday Honours list last week, we were extremely proud to hear the news that several of our colleagues here at HMRC were recognised for their contributions to public service. We caught up with …