New figures published by HMRC show that more than 7 million people started a new job in 2025, an increase of around 300,000 compared with the previous year. The announcement also highlights the growing number of people moving into new roles or careers.

According to HMRC, the spring months are the busiest period for recruitment. In 2025, more than 1.8 million people began new jobs between April and June.

HMRC is encouraging jobseekers and those starting a new role to download the HMRC app, which provides quick access to essential employment and tax information. The app allows users to view details that employers often request when someone starts a new job, including their National Insurance number, employment and income history, tax code and PAYE records such as a P60.

The app had more than 2.7 million new users in 2025. Among the most frequently used features are the ability to download a PAYE employment history, access a digital National Insurance number and use a tax calculator to estimate how much tax is paid on salary.

HMRC’s Chief Customer Officer, said:

“Applying for a job or starting a new job can be hard work in itself. But the HMRC app provides you with handy access to everything you need to make the admin side of things a little easier – especially important for young people who may not know what information an employer requires. Download the HMRC app to save yourself some time and stress and avoid those first day jitters.”