Terms and Conditions of Employment
HMRC is an equal opportunities employer, committed to equal opportunities policies. We welcome applications from people of every background so that our workforce reflects the community we serve.
People who wish to work part-time are welcome to apply and specific details of the working pattern will be discussed with the successful candidate.
Applicants should be aware that we might not be able to accommodate a particular working pattern. We will, however, do our best to meet the needs of yourself and the business.
Eligibility
To avoid possible disappointment at a later stage, we recommend that you check you’re eligible before applying. The main criteria are set out in the job profile documents provided in the application pack
HMRC welcomes applications from eligible candidates of all ages. Should your application be successful, we’ll require your date of birth for administrative purposes. This information is used only by administrators and is not available to anyone involved in the actual selection process.
Nationality
These are non reserved posts. For full details on nationality requirements, please refer to www.hmrc.gov.uk/jobs/lookingfor.htm
Enhanced Security Checks
HMRC has an exemption under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exemptions Order 1975). Applicants who reach the interview stage of the recruitment process will be asked to declare any criminal convictions, including spent convictions and cautions, to allow basic security checks to be completed. Declaring a criminal conviction will not prevent you from being successful in your application, but it may exclude you from applying for other posts within the Department.
Candidates with a disability
We invite you to tell us about any disability you may have and any assistance we can provide at interview. Please complete the enclosed form if appropriate. If you’re invited to interview and wish to discuss the assistance you require, we’d be happy to talk about particular arrangements with you nearer the time. By disability we mean a physical or mental impairment, which has a substantial and long-term adverse effect on your ability to carry out normal day-to-day activities.
Guaranteed Interview Scheme
HMRC is committed to the employment and career development of people with disabilities. To demonstrate our commitment we use the Disability Symbol, which is awarded by the Employment Service. As a symbol user, we guarantee an interview to anyone with a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria of the job they’re applying for.
Terms and Conditions of Appointment
The following notes are designed to answer the most frequent queries we receive from prospective applicants.
Relocation expenses
For existing civil servants, this will be on permanent and voluntary terms. If we transfer you permanently and compulsorily and you have to move home as a result, we’ll normally pay relocation expenses.
Probation
The probationary period is 12 months and you’ll be advised once this has been satisfactorily completed. If your probationary service is unsatisfactory, your employment may be terminated. Conditions of successful completion include satisfactory attendance and conduct, as well as performing to the standard expected in your work.
Hours
If you work full-time your working week is 36 hours in London (37 hours outside London), excluding meal breaks. You may, however, need to work more hours if your job demands it and as we may reasonably require. Your hours are worked over a 5-day week unless we agree differently.
Political activities
You'll be subject to certain restrictions on national and local political activities. These include standing as a candidate in parliamentary elections, canvassing on behalf of candidates and expressing views on matters of political controversy in public speeches or publications.
Other outside activities
You should not do certain outside work which might conflict with the interests of HMRC, or which is inconsistent with your official position. You may need prior permission to take on certain outside work.
