Application Process & Interviews at Protiviti

1. Phone interview 2. Skype Interview 3. Assessment Centre (inclusive of 3 tasks) * Written assessment * Group assessment * 2 interviews

Online application, review of CV and cover letter, assessment centre, offer received.

Skype interview and assessment centers (which involves a team task, creative activity, and management interview)

The interview was standard. Questions weren't too difficult and the interviewer seemed approachable if I needed further clarification with questions. I liked that it was a Skype interview - much more convenient.

There's a preliminary online process in which you have to attach your resume and answer some fairly common questions. Once that is done, you'll be sent an email notifying you that you have passed on to the next stage - which is a skype interview. They're usually supposed to be a video call however due to technical difficulties the one I had was just audio. Again, it was fairly common questions that I was being asked, and the manner it was conducted was quite relaxed and more of a conversation as opposed to a structured interview. Next step is the Assessment Centre, which had a range of group activities, written activities, and interviews (one with a senior manager, and one with a Managing Director). The structure and delivery of the Assessment Centre is second to none and expertly done. I think the activities were all challenging but fair, and was overall pretty enjoyable. The interviews were a bit more structured than the skype interview, and the questions were a little bit more difficult but it was overall an enjoyable process.

Candidates submit their resume and cover letters online then go through a round of skype interviews with managers and senior managers that they are likely to work with. Then a shortlist of candidates are invited to a half-day assessment centre where they are assessed through three key tasks; writing, team and creativity.

3 step process of applying, then performing skype interviews, followed by an assessment centre.

We were asked questions regarding our experiences, what we would like to achieve, and how we have overcome challenges.

Explain a scenario when you've had to work under pressure. Explain a scenario where you've had to go against a common group decision. How do you normally organise your tasks for work?

Questions regarding previous experience, behavioural questions, future aspirations etc.

Tell me about yourself? Why do you want to join Protiviti?

Best achievements, ability to work in a team, examples of demonstrating independence and leadership.

Standard interview questions (from memory - it was two years ago): - Why did you select Protiviti? - Provide an example of when you demostrated leadership, teamwork, got through a diffivult period etc - What do you do in your spare time? Do you have any hobbies? - What can you bring to the team?

- Why do you want to work at Protiviti - What special skills / assets do you bring to the company - When is a time where you were under pressure to deliver and you faced your adversities to overcome the situation and come out with a good result - Where do you see your professional self being in the distant future - If you are requested to complete an activity by your manager within a certain deadline and you fail to do so, what is your course of action going to be

I was asked about why I chose Protiviti, some situational questions and why I chose the role and why I would be the best fit.

Describe a challenging experience and how you over came it? Describe some of you qualities that you think would be integral to your success with Protiviti?

Be honest during the application process - the company looks for applicants that are genuine and are interested in improving themselves

Most questions are scenario based. Come prepared with several different scenarios from past roles/university.

Be natural. Not too much preparation required.

Be yourself, show your personality and be able to blend into the team.

Know what you've done and be proud of it. For instance, when the interviewer asks for examples of when you've demonstrated leadership, teamwork etc, have multiple examples - did you do this at university, in a sporting team, previous job, from volunteering, in your personal life? I think it's more interesting if you can show that you have these qualities and have applied them all throughout your life experiences. Also, I don't think the examples need to be the greatest accomplishment, they can be small things you've achieved, no matter what you decide to discuss be passionate and take pride in what you've done!

I was really nervous during the Assessment Centre when I did not need to be. As soon as you sit down and start the Assessment Centre everyone makes you feel very welcome and calms you down straight away. I think save yourself the stress and try to stay as relaxed as possible during the assessment centres and just give it your best shot.

Research the company and reach out to our employees at careers fairs and other events. We like to see students take a real interest in the company and the role so please make sure you come and ask all your questions when you see us!

Be yourself and make sure your answers are free flowing and not completely scripted.