Product Manager Review
at HMRC
Degree Apprenticeship
Government, Information Technology
Newcastle upon Tyne
Review Submitted: April 2026
Overall Rating
5 /5
The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!
5/5
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Overview of Role
5/5
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Skills Development
5/5
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Structure and Support
Overview of Role
Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
5/5
Product Manager for multiple IT Products and Services within HMRC
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
My apprenticeship has been an excellent opportunity to achieve a degree qualification (BA in Applied Management) and also aid my personal and career development.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
I have both developed existing skills which I was already highly experienced and qualified in, and also learnt many new skills.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
Both the apprenticeship itself, the degree, and the support structure put in place by the HMRC apprenticeship team have been very well organised and delivered.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
I receive 20% Off The Job time to focus on my study and there is an apprenticeship team to provide any additional support as required.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
Tutor in place to support apprenticeship side of things, and multiple lecturers within University for academic / degree element.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
The knowledge, skills and behaviours I am learning or developing throughout this course should benefit me both personally and professionally.
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
5/5
Multiple Sports and Social clubs and events across the country, plus events such as Civil Service Live for networking opportunities etc.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend HMRC to a friend?
Yes
Why?
So many different roles that there's something for everyone with plenty of opportunities to develop your career whilst also serving the public good.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to HMRC?
Make sure you understand the application process and how they conduct their sifting and interview processes to give yourself the best chance of success.
