Data Analyst

L4 Data Analyst Apprenticeship at HMRC – Earn £31,096 to £33,270 While Training

HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) is recruiting eight candidates for its Level 4 Data Analyst Apprenticeship, offering an opportunity to develop practical data analysis skills while working within the Civil Service.

The 18-month apprenticeship combines paid employment, structured training and hands-on experience. Successful candidates will work alongside experienced professionals, using data to identify trends, produce insights and help improve digital services used by millions of customers.

Job Details

• Employer: HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC)
• Job Title: L4 Data Analyst Apprenticeship
• Salary: £31,096 – £33,270 per year
• Job Grade: Executive Officer (EO)
• Contract Type: Apprenticeship (18 months)
• Working Pattern: Full-time, part-time, flexible working and job share
• Locations: Salford, Telford and Worthing
• Number of Vacancies: 8
• Training: Level 4 qualification with approximately 6 hours of training per week
• Reference: 486949
• Closing Date: 16 November 2026 at 11:55 pm
• Visa Sponsorship: Not available. HMRC is unable to offer Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. This vacancy is not open to applicants who require visa sponsorship.

About the HMRC Data Analyst Apprenticeship

This apprenticeship provides an opportunity to begin or develop a career in data analytics while gaining practical experience in a major government department.

You will learn how to work with data, prepare reports, develop dashboards and identify patterns that support business decisions.

Successful candidates may be placed in either Enterprise Live Services (ELS) or the Chief Digital Product Office (CDPO), depending on business requirements.

Enterprise Live Services (ELS) – Telford

You will help monitor HMRC’s live digital services and technology platforms. This may involve analysing service performance, identifying trends, supporting operational decisions and contributing to improvements.

Chief Digital Product Office (CDPO) – Salford, Telford or Worthing

You will support HMRC’s digital transformation by helping teams improve digital products and services, analyse information and make services more accessible and efficient.

Key Responsibilities

As a Data Analyst Apprentice, your responsibilities will include:

• Applying data analysis and visualisation tools and techniques.
• Collecting, managing and preparing data from different systems.
• Cleaning, organising and analysing datasets.
• Identifying trends, risks and opportunities for improvement.
• Developing reports and dashboards to communicate findings.
• Supporting project teams with data-driven recommendations.
• Monitoring service performance and key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Improving data quality and accuracy.
• Automating reports and analysis to improve efficiency.
• Presenting findings to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Supporting management reporting and business decision-making.

Training and Development

The apprenticeship lasts 18 months and includes approximately six hours of dedicated training each week.

You will receive support from managers, coaches, experienced colleagues, mentors and the wider Data Analyst community.

You will work towards a recognised Level 4 Data Analyst qualification while gaining practical experience in a professional environment.

On successful completion of the apprenticeship, your role will become permanent.

Please note that continued employment is conditional on successfully completing the apprenticeship. Candidates should discuss the programme with their line manager before applying.

Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must meet the following apprenticeship eligibility conditions:

• Be aged 16 or over.
• Have the right to live and work in the UK.
• Not be in full-time education.
• Be able to work at least 30 hours per week, or follow an extended apprenticeship arrangement if working part-time.

Important: This vacancy is open to UK nationals only, and applicants must also meet the relevant security clearance and residency requirements.

Essential Qualifications

Applicants must have:

• A Level 3 qualification, such as A-levels, BTEC or an apprenticeship, or equivalent relevant work experience (typically two years in a relevant role).
• Five GCSEs, including English and Mathematics at Grade 4 (C) or above.
• Experience using Microsoft Excel, particularly Pivot Tables and XLOOKUP, and other Microsoft products or similar tools.

Candidates who already hold a relevant Level 4 qualification or an equivalent qualification at a higher level are not eligible for this apprenticeship.

Essential Skills and Experience

You should demonstrate:

• Strong numerical and analytical thinking skills.
• An understanding of basic data concepts and principles.
• The ability to communicate findings clearly.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• An interest in using data to improve services and solve problems.
• The ability to work effectively within a team.
• Good organisation and time-management skills.
• Accuracy and attention to detail.
• Enthusiasm for learning and professional development.

Salary and Employee Benefits

In addition to the advertised salary, HMRC offers a range of employee benefits, including:

• Civil Service pension with an employer contribution of 28.97%.
• Annual leave starting at 25 days, increasing by one day for each qualifying year of service up to 30 days.
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements.
• Family-friendly policies.
• Coaching, training and development opportunities.
• Personal support and employee wellbeing benefits.

Hybrid Working: HMRC generally expects employees to spend 60% of their working time in the office, with home working available for up to two days per week where the role permits.

Application and Selection Process

Applicants will be required to submit:

1. A name-blind CV outlining their employment history and previous experience.
2. A 500-word Personal Statement explaining how their skills and experience meet the essential criteria.

Online Assessment

After the vacancy closes, applicants will receive an invitation to complete an IKM Data Analytics assessment.

The assessment is timed and operates on a pass-or-fail basis. Candidates will have five days from receiving the invitation to complete it. Only applicants who meet the required assessment threshold will progress to the sift stage.

Sift and Interview

• Applications will be assessed against the advertised requirements.
• Candidates who pass the sift may be invited to an interview.
• Interviews will take place by video.
• Interview dates will be confirmed.

Successful interview candidates will also undergo apprenticeship eligibility checks through HMRC’s approved training provider, QA, before proceeding with pre-employment checks.

Important Information About Security Clearance

Successful applicants must obtain Security Check (SC) clearance.

The advert states that applicants will normally need to meet the minimum UK residency requirement of five years before their vetting application.

The vacancy is open to UK nationals only. Applicants should carefully review the nationality and residency requirements before applying.

Visa Sponsorship Information

HMRC cannot offer Skilled Worker visa sponsorship for this position.

The employer has explicitly stated that the vacancy is not open to applicants who require visa sponsorship.

Applicants must already have the appropriate right to live and work in the UK and meet the nationality and security requirements.

How to Apply

Interested and eligible candidates should submit their applications through the official Civil Service Jobs website.

Applicants are advised to review the qualification, nationality, residency and apprenticeship eligibility requirements carefully before applying.

Application Deadline: Monday, 16 November 2026 at 11:55 pm.