I applied online. The process took 4 weeks. I interviewed at BDO (Bristol, England) in Mar 2018
Interview
Online application, three online strengths tests (Situational strengths, Numerical reasoning, Critical reasoning), video interview, then assessment centre at regional office. Assessment centre consisted of group task through the morning, then individual interview with partner, individual presentation on result of group activity, and email inbox task in the afternoon. Also had the opportunity to meet current trainees.
Feedback was provided at each stage of the process about strengths and areas for improvement, which was very helpful.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Video and assessment centre questions were mostly competency / situational based e.g. In a team situation, whose opinions would you listen to?
Online interviews followed by assessment centre followed by director interview, all pleasant and organised process throughout. Single recruitment person was my contact throughout which was helpful and she was very pleasant
It was a very casual and welcoming environment. I got a good impression of the company. There were no questions to throw you off, just questions about past experience, motivational, situational etc
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
What would you do if a more senior member of staff disagreed with your idea?
I applied online. I interviewed at BDO (Gatwick, England) in Nov 2024
Interview
Average and straight-forward process in a relaxed setting. Interview process lasted about an hour. Main focus was on competency based questions which are to be backed by examples where these competencies were applied.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Can you give me an example of a time when you had to work under pressure to meet a deadline?