Are you in the early stage of your career and looking for an opportunity where you’ll be supported to learn, develop and progress?
We’re recruiting early-career professionals to join our digital teams as Junior Developers and Associate Delivery Managers.
It’s an opportunity to progress fast in an inclusive and collaborative environment, while working on impactful digital projects and services that make a real difference to people’s lives.
You’ll learn through hands-on experience, supported by senior colleagues, mentoring and dedicated learning and development opportunities tailored to your role.
We’re recruiting 10 people across 2 roles based in Manchester:
5 Junior Developers 5 Associate Delivery ManagersApplications are open until Sunday, 11 October 2026.
Do work that mattersOur digital teams design, build and run services used by people and communities right across the UK. We’re all about innovation, user-centred design and agile working to solve some of the most important public challenges, and deliver improved outcomes for citizens.
As a Junior Developer, you’ll get hands-on experience working with a mix of technology platforms and a modern tech stack in a Cloud-based environment.
As an Associate Delivery Manager, you’ll help multidisciplinary teams deliver user-centred services, using agile ways of working to solve real problems.
You could work on a great variety of programmes, as well as using AI and emerging technologies to transform how we deliver services. Whatever you work on, you’ll have opportunities to try new things, solve problems and learn from experienced colleagues.
“For junior developers joining the team, curiosity and out-of-the-box thinking are valued. You’re not limited to one technical stack or approach. Instead, developers are encouraged to test different ideas, because that is often where innovation happens. Our culture is genuinely built around experimentation, collaboration and making space for people to do their best work regardless of their level of experience.”
Jack, Senior Developer
“We have a great range of digital projects for a junior delivery manager to grow their skills, and a friendly and supportive community of more experienced colleagues to help you on your journey!”
Evelyn, Senior Delivery Manager
Learn, develop and progressYou don’t need to arrive knowing everything. These roles are designed to give you opportunities to develop your skills and grow professionally.
You’ll have access to learning and development tailored to your role and level. This includes on-the-job learning, mentoring, training and professional certifications, apprenticeships and opportunities to learn from your peers.
You’ll also be part of active Technology or Delivery communities of practice, where colleagues share knowledge, solve problems together and learn from each other.
And your development does not stop with your first role. Working in the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG) Digital as well as being part of the wider Digital and Data profession in government offers a wealth of opportunities to continue developing your skills and explore different career paths as you progress.
“Joining as an Associate Delivery Manager opens many opportunities to learn from others, allowing you to develop some unique skills and experience alongside lots of tailored training and our community of practice. You’ll often lead ceremonies and work closely with people in a multi-disciplinary team. This will open you up to connect and get familiar with perspectives and core concepts from different professions.”
Ryan, Associate Delivery Manager
Be part of an inclusive team The MHCLG Digital Delivery co-working day, September 2026.We want everyone to feel able to contribute, develop and be themselves at work.
You’ll work in small multidisciplinary teams where different experiences and perspectives are valued. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and encourage applications from groups that are currently underrepresented in our workforce.
We support a healthy work-life balance with flexible and hybrid working, alongside a range of Civil Service benefits. These include generous annual leave and pension, and up to 6 days of fully paid volunteering leave each year, giving you time to support causes that matter to you.
“We have people from different ethnicities, cultures and backgrounds and everyone is welcomed and respected for who they are. I’ve always felt that people are given a chance to speak, and their opinions genuinely matter. For me, that sense of being heard and included is one of the things I value most about working here.”
Mohsina, Developer
A chance to meet and get to know each otherOur recruitment process will give you different opportunities to demonstrate your potential and find out whether we’re the right place for you.
If you progress to our assessment centre, you’ll meet friendly people from our digital teams and senior leaders, hear more about our work and learn about the opportunities available to develop your career.
The assessment centre will include a collaborative team challenge, a technical exercise and an interview.
It’s not just about us assessing you. You’ll also be able to ask questions, connect with potential colleagues in your specialism and get a feel for what working here could be like.
“Whatever programme you join, I think you'll find MHCLG a good place to work. People at all levels are friendly, supportive and easy to get along with, so you'll quickly build a network and meet some fantastic colleagues. One thing I really value is the freedom to get involved beyond your day job. If you're naturally curious and enjoy working across different areas, you'll have lots of opportunities to do that here.”
Rizwan, Senior Delivery Manager
Apply nowReady to start building your digital career with us?
Find out more about the roles and apply by 23:55 Sunday, 11 October 2026.
If you have any questions, please contact our recruitment team.
seen at 10:32, 28 September in MHCLG Digital.