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Get ready to take on tomorrow. Join the Human Resources Scheme Fast Stream. On this career-accelerating scheme, you’ll gain real-world practical skills and future-shaping knowledge through high-quality training. You’ll grow a breadth of experience across a variety of postings, wherever you’re based in England, Scotland, or Wales. And you’ll put what you learn to work, making meaningful change for millions of people. 

What could I be involved in as a Human Resources fast streamer? 

Working with senior leaders at the heart of HR strategy and operational delivery you’ll experience different working environments and cultures, departments and regions. It’s fast-paced work, often influenced by national and world events. You’ll have the opportunity to influence policy and build a portfolio of professional skills in areas like HR business partnering, diversity and inclusion, talent management and capability building. And you’ll make a valuable contribution to the way the Civil Service does business, by looking after the diverse individuals who make up our workforce across the UK. 

Training includes

As well as studying for a Human Resources qualification, your professional development will include gaining CIPD accreditation, with support to study towards a Postgraduate Diploma in HR Management. The Fast Stream core curriculum includes practical and leadership skills training, with access to a range of courses and learning tools. You’ll also benefit from study leave, mentorship, job shadowing and networking opportunities.

To apply, you’ll need

  • Eligibility to work in the UK.
  • A 2:2 or higher degree or degree apprenticeship (or be expecting to achieve this) in any subject.

We’re developing our next-generation leaders. Building a Civil Service that represents every community and keeps ahead in our fast-changing world. And you can help tackle some of our biggest challenges. In return, you’ll enjoy a variety of benefits including membership of the Civil Service Pension scheme, season ticket loan, flexible working arrangements, childcare assistance and more. You’ll be a valued member of the wider Civil Service community, where you can be yourself – and be at your best. Go further, sooner. Discover more and apply today. 

Please see the website for more information on where fast streamers have been based previously 

See the full details of the scheme at faststream.gov.uk