I applied online. The process took 3 months. I interviewed at Civil Service Fast Stream (London, England)
Interview
Assessment centre: Group task, role play 1-1, written exercise. Each task is 1 hour long, with breaks in between each task. Go for the earliest date provided - think roles are given on a rolling basis given that you meet the criteria.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
For each exercise, you will be provided with an extract. Written exercise - outlining pros and cons of a policy and provide an approach.
I applied online. I interviewed at Civil Service Fast Stream (London, England) in Feb 2026
Interview
Assessment centre of 3 parts - individual written exercise (85 minutes), individual mock manager meeting (35 minutes preparation time and 30 minutes meeting time) and competency based interview (approximately 30 minutes).
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
What are your strengths and how do they align with this role?
I applied online. The process took 3 months. I interviewed at Civil Service Fast Stream (London, England) in Jan 2018
Interview
Many stages that build upon eachother, tries to stretch you in practical tasks and draw out your experience on strength questions. This included a situation judgement exercise and a simulated in tray. There was a half day assessment covering written, group, and presentation tasks completed at pace. Then for specialist roles a final selection board with a written task and an interview by panel.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Tell us about a time you worked with others and pushed to succeed in your objectives.