Benefits

You'll join the scheme as an Executive Officer with one of the participating organisations .You can expect a competitive salary and a range of benefits including typically 22-25 days holiday a year and a pension which your employer will pay into on your behalf.

Your professional training is fully funded by the GPS and includes the Certificate of Competence in Purchasing and Supply, the Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply Advanced Diploma and the Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply Graduate Diploma. A year after finishing the scheme you will be eligible for Membership of the Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (MCIPS), an internationally recognised qualification.

The scheme will provide you with an excellent foundation for a commercial career in Government; and the work experience combined with the professional qualifications will make you a valuable asset. A career in Government offers a wide range of benefits including working on high profile projects that make a difference to society, flexible working arrangements and long term career prospects.