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Key figures
- Range of HMRC apprenticeships, from A level to master's equivalent
- Level 3–7
- Source: Civil Service Careers (HMRC) (opens in a new tab)
- HMRC's place in the Top 100 Apprenticeship Employers 2026
- 23rd
- Source: Civil Service Careers (HMRC) (opens in a new tab)
- Business areas recruiting apprentices, from finance to digital
- 7
- Source: Civil Service Careers (HMRC) (opens in a new tab)
Overview
HM Revenue and Customs collects the UK’s taxes. It’s part of the Civil Service, one of the UK’s largest employers, and it recruits apprentices every year.
Levels
| Level | Equivalent to | Example |
|---|---|---|
| 3 | A levels | Finance Foundation Scheme |
| 4–5 | HNC to foundation degree | Business analyst |
| 6 | Bachelor’s degree | Project manager, Government Economic Service |
| 7 | Master’s degree | Expert and specialist roles |
Business areas
HMRC recruits apprentices in finance, policy, project delivery, customer service, counter fraud, legal and digital. Apprentices get support from HMRC’s central apprenticeship service, their line manager, a skills coach and a network of other apprentices.
Recognition
HMRC was ranked 23rd in the Top 100 Apprenticeship Employers 2026. Its degree apprenticeships are funded by HMRC, so you can get a degree without student debt.
What they do
HMRC collects taxes and pays out some financial support for the UK government. It's part of the Civil Service and one of the UK's largest employers, with apprentices in finance, policy, project delivery, customer service, counter fraud, legal and digital roles.
Apprenticeships they offer
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Level 3 apprenticeships
Entry-level roles, including the Finance Foundation Scheme
The Finance Foundation Scheme is offered at Level 3 and Level 4 at Administrative Officer (AO) grade.
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Level 4 and 5 apprenticeships
Specialist roles, such as business analyst
Level 4 is equivalent to an HNC or first year of university; Level 5 to an HND or foundation degree.
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Level 6 and 7 apprenticeships
Including project management and Government Economic Service degree apprenticeships
HMRC-funded degree and master's-level apprenticeships. One apprentice says theirs means no student debt.
Career areas
Entry requirements
We have not found entry requirements published in a form we can verify for this employer. They usually vary by programme, so check each role's details on the official site.
Who can apply
- As part of the Civil Service, HMRC apprentices must pass security vetting checks.
Our tips for HMRC
- Pick a business area first: HMRC recruits apprentices in finance, policy, project delivery, customer service, counter fraud, legal and digital.
- Its degree apprenticeships are funded by HMRC, so you can get a degree without student debt.
- HMRC apprenticeships are advertised through Civil Service Jobs, so check there for the details of each role.
Summary
- HMRC offers apprenticeships from Level 3 (A level equivalent) to Level 7 (master's equivalent).
- It recruits apprentices each year in finance, policy, project delivery, customer service, counter fraud, legal and digital.
- Its degree apprenticeships are HMRC-funded, so there's no student debt.
- HMRC ranked 23rd in the Top 100 Apprenticeship Employers 2026.
Questions about HMRC apprenticeships
What apprenticeships does HMRC offer?
Apprenticeships from Level 3 to Level 7 in finance, policy, project delivery, customer service, counter fraud, legal and digital roles.
Does HMRC do degree apprenticeships?
Yes, at Level 6 and Level 7, including project management and Government Economic Service degree apprenticeships. They're funded by HMRC, so there's no student debt.
What is the HMRC Finance Foundation Scheme?
A finance apprenticeship offered at Level 3 and Level 4, at Administrative Officer (AO) grade.
Is HMRC part of the Civil Service?
Yes. HMRC apprentices are civil servants. See the Civil Service profile for its Career Launch apprenticeship.
Sources and review
Last reviewed . Details can change after this date, so check the official source before you rely on them.