Civil Service CVs in the UK
Built around Success Profiles, Behaviours and the Civil Service application format.
About the sector
Civil Service applications are scored against Success Profiles, Behaviours, Strengths, Experience, Technical and Ability. We structure CVs and personal statements around the specific Behaviours listed in the role advert, so each example evidences scoring criteria explicitly.
Sector-specific CV tips
- Structure each behaviour example using STAR (Situation, Task, Action, Result).
- Mirror the language of the Behaviour level, 'Leading and Communicating' at Level 3 vs Level 4 differ.
- Stay within the free-text CV box character limit on Civil Service Jobs.
- Use specific Civil Service grade language (HEO, SEO, G7, G6, SCS).
Key UK employers
Cabinet OfficeHM TreasuryDWPDfTDEFRAMoDDevolved administrations