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I think we can all feel a sense of imposter syndrome, and that inner voice saying you are not capable. You are ! I think we all need to recognise that work can be challenging and not always as straightforward as you want it to be, which is where the doubt can set it. Its all about building that resilience for me, don't give up. If you want something just keep working towards it, even if that means taking it slowly.
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Benefit lead
HMRC
Started 03/2022 to PresentReadiness lead
HMRC
From 11/2020 to 03/2022Benefit analyst
HMRC
From 10/2019 to 11/2020Company
What do you like about your job and the company?
i work with a lot of different stakeholders from different parts of HMRC's organisation, i have to ensure i understand the changes to influence stakeholders, resolve mitigations and build successful relationships to ensure i can gather all the information i need to support benefits/disbenefits identified from any policy driven change. I enjoy talking to people and working through delivery problems.
Greatest achievements
ive done a lot of different jobs in HMRC from registering people for self-employment, to moving declarants across to our new declarations platform to ensuring projects land safely into the business. Each time using the knowledge ive gained to develop both my confidence and career and work my way through the grades within HMRC.
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My one piece of advice is “Be-Honest”
If you require any reasonable adjustments or assistance, “be honest” in your job application.
“Be honest” in your training. If you don’t understand something, then speak up.
If you need something to be explained again, “be honest” and say you didn’t understand.
“Be Honest” with your aspirations, aims, goals for your career, there are many opportunities which may be applicable for you.
“Be Honest” with yourself and keep your work/life balance right for you.
My experience - I have been honest about my dyslexia. I have received additional help and support throughout my entire HMRC experience. I learnt an enormous amount about myself during "Coping strategy sessions" which allowed me to be more honest with myself and my manager.
Finally, don’t be scared to question things.
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