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Transport matters – what we do matters.

Join us and make a difference to people’s lives in the UK.

Together, we’re creating a legacy for future generations. From policy to administration, law to HR and economics to communications, we work to deliver a safer, more secure and sustainable transport network that works for everyone.

Our Agencies

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Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency logo.
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Maritime and Coastguard Agency logo.
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The Department for Transport is made up of five executive agencies. Each agency plays a pivotal role in delivering an excellent transport system that works for all.

At each of the five agencies, you will find a wide range of career opportunities and high-profile projects to be a part of. Every department has a different personality, culture and offer their own individual benefits and rewards.

With offices located throughout the United Kingdom, there’s guaranteed to be the perfect job waiting for you at the Department for Transport. Click through our Agency Pages to learn more about the five departments and start your journey towards a career in transport.

Learn More About Our Agencies

Our roles

We have a wide range of roles to suit every skill set across our Departments. See the professions we regularly recruit for and the type of work we do.

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Economics
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Int’l Trade
DfT Project Delivery professional presenting to colleagues.

Project Delivery
DfT Commercial professional showing contract to a colleague.

Commercial
Two DfT Engineers in high-visibility jackets, standing beneath a vehicle and using tools to inspect an issue.

Engineering
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Law
Three DfT Social Researchers collaborating through post-its.

Social Research
DfT Communications professional conducting a presentation.

Communications
Female DfT Finance professional sitting at computer desk.

Finance
Operational Delivery team in discussion around a table.

Op Delivery

Statistics
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Digital
DfT HR team of two women and one man, smiling together.

HR
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Policy
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Different People, One Team

We embrace diversity and celebrate our differences. Everyone is involved in making DfT an inclusive and great place to work.

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Transport matters to everyone

Hear DfT Permanent Secretary, Bernadette Kelly, talk about the fantastic and important work we do at the Department for Transport.