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Responsibility:
3.5/5
 
Work Life Balance:
3.7/5
 
Environmental Awareness:
3.3/5
 
Benefits:
2.9/5
 
Company Culture:
3.5/5
 
Career Progression:
3.4/5
 
Colleagues:
3.9/5
 
Training:
3.8/5
 
Enjoyment:
3.6/5
 
Overall Rating:
3.5/5
 

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Application Advice:

Know the firm- the clients, the work, the culture and the genuine reasons you want to work for Capital.

Interview Advice:

Show your personality- the firm want real people and not robots!

Trainee Solicitor, Employment at Capital Law
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Application Advice:

Research the role, research the firm.

Interview Advice:

Be yourself and make sure you prep for the interview.

Trainee Solicitor, Commercial Disputes at Capital Law
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Application Advice:

Just be yourself

Trainee, at Capital Law
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Interview Advice:

Try to avoid falling into the trap of using textbook answers or clichés - avoid phrases such as "I like to be challenged" or "my greatest weakness is that I'm a perfectionist." Give your interviewers something to remember by formulating answers that are both unique and honest. Your interview is an opportunity for you to stand out and not to blend in with the rest of the candidates.

Paralegal, Employment and Immigration at Capital Law
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Interview Advice:

Research the company.

Capital Law
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Application Advice:

Give as much detail/examples as possible in your answers and try to bring your personality through in your application.

Interview Advice:

Back up everything that you say with an example. If, like in my case you have to attend an assessment centre, be yourself throughout the day and take every opportunity to network.

Business Change Consultant, MoJ Electronic Monitoring at Capita
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Application Advice:

Show your personality throughout the whole application process and really emphasise your strengths and interests, but be prepared to highlight your weaknesses (we all have them).

Graduate, Marketing and Communications at Capita
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Application Advice:

Read the job description and ensure that you highlight the experiences and aspects of your personality which relate to the requirements. The main aspect of this job is being a future leader so make sure you can get across why you will be able to do this.

Interview Advice:

I remember being asked where I wanted to be in 5 years times and the other questions were similar to those which you would expect from a generic interview. Look these up online for examples.

Lead the Way Graduate – Finance, Local Government Services at Capita
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Application Advice:

Make sure you learn as much about the company as you can. Commercial awareness is key.

Interview Advice:

Personality counts. As woolly as this sounds, my experience was that my interviewers were looking for someone who would fit into the culture of the organisation as well as weighing up qualifications and experience.

Sales Graduate, Sales at Capita
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Application Advice:

Research the company and relax before/ during the assessment day as it isn't something you can prepare for.

Graduate Internal Auditor, Internal Audit at Capita
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Application Advice:

As clichéd as it might be - 'be yourself' and don't worry about trying to know what every part of Capita does.

Lead the Way Graduate, at Capita
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Application Advice:

- You need to have an interest in business- how businesses run, what makes a viable business, how to engage people in a business.
- Need to demonstrate ability to work in a team.
- Be confident in your own abilities but show that you prove yourself thro

Interview Advice:

#NAME?

Solution Manager, Group Business Development at Capita
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Application Advice:

I would advise you to be yourself- don’t worry too much about being the loudest person in the room (that isn’t who they hire).

Interview Advice:

Give a diverse range of examples and remember to be interesting. They are not looking to quiz you on the company but a general awareness is a good idea.

Graduate Trainee, at Capita
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Application Advice:

Focus upon tangible experience no matter in what context, with focus on leadership e.g. captaining teams/societies at uni etc.

Interactive assessment day process - important to be natural as the focus seemed to be on getting the right people rather than the qualifications etc.

It is good to get an idea of the company - as it is fairly complicated, as this is typically asked about.

Interview Advice:

Knowledge of Capita.
Experience of leadership / being part of a team.
Getting your personality across is important.

Commercial Graduate, Group Sales at Capita
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Application Advice:

First of all, only apply for this if you are a) willing to relocate, b) willing to take on a lot of study work outside of your day job.
Secondly, be prepared for the online tests- there isn't any revision you can do for them, but make sure you are in a quiet room with no interruptions and that you are focused on the task at hand.

Interview Advice:

I was asked about experience I have had leading others- this does not have to be in a professional setting.
The best advice I can give for the assessment day is to enjoy yourself. It sounds cliché, but as they day involves several different activities and is quite full-on, it is best to settle into it and get to know your fellow interviewees. I found that everyone running the assessment was very friendly and it seemed like they really wanted us to be successful, which helped me to relax and be more confident. The main difference between the Capita assessment and the ones I have had with other companies is how welcoming everyone. Since I was successful with Capita, I believe that really helped!

Sales Graduate, at Capita
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Application Advice:

Be flexible and open-minded. Capita offers such a wide-range of products and services to a number of different markets and that opens a variety of opportunities and the majority of those you may not have even know existed!

Interview Advice:

Show collaboration in assessment centres. Collaboration is a key value of Capita and is valued throughout the organisation so being able to demonstrate your abilities to collaborate with others is essential.

Leadership and Operations Graduate, at Capita
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Application Advice:

Think about your suitability for the role.
Be yourself during the application process.

Interview Advice:

Prepare using the STAR technique.
Be energetic, outgoing and positive.

Graduate Project Manager, SAP at Capita
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Application Advice:

Read through your cover letter before submitting.
Carry out in depth company research, better still some sector specific research.
You can never know enough about Capita.

Interview Advice:

Be yourself.
The loudest is not always the most suitable for the job.
Be enthusiastic.
Try to relax (not too much).
Turn up to the assessment day early.
First impressions count.

Business Analyst, Capita Transformation at Capita
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Application Advice:

Work hard and shine.

Graduate accountant, Asset services at Capita
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Application Advice:

Do your research on the different areas of Capita and try to understand if there if there is a particular area of the business that interests you and why.

Interview Advice:

Be Yourself!

Project Manager, Project Management at Capita
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Application Advice:

Provide an array of examples to evidence the traits you claim to demonstrate.

Interview Advice:

Be confident and be yourself.

Group Graduate, Group HQ at Capita
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Interview Advice:

- Make yourself heard - speak up and give your opinions but also listen to others.
- Be yourself - each area of Capita and each stream of the graduate programme look for different types of people. Be friendly and approachable.

Finance Graduate, at Capita
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Application Advice:

Make sure you have researched the company and that you are aligned to the Capita values. Be confident at interview and assessment centres but don't pretend to be someone you're not!

Lead the Way Graduate, at Capita
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Application Advice:

May be cliche but be honest about your experiences and skills. There is no defined criteria of what a "model" graduate looks like. If you come across as a decisive and creative person you are likely to do well.

, Capita Operational Excellence at Capita
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Application Advice:

Be prepared to relocate and do your research into the company. Have a good look at which area you would like to be placed, as some divisions treat their graduates much better than others.

Interview Advice:

Standard interview questions, when have you lead a team? Any weaknesses? Where do you see yourself in five years? Long term ambitions etc...

Lead the Way Graduate, Group Sales at Capita
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Application Advice:

Capita is very keen on 'culture' fit, so make sure you feel comfortable with the companies values and are able to talk about them when applying.

Capita is also a very diverse company in terms of areas it works in - knowing about the breadth of Capita's businesses will be an asset.

Interview Advice:

Tailor your answers with references to Capita's values/business areas - it will make you stand out.

Project Manager, Customer Services and Transformation at Capita
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Application Advice:

Try and learn about the company structure and the type of things it is involved in.

Interview Advice:

Be prepared to get up and be involved. It's very active and is very different from anything I had ever experienced before.

Finance Manager, Social Care Recruitment at Capita
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Application Advice:

Be clear and concise.

Interview Advice:

Make sure you know about what Capita does as this will help not only in the interview but throughout the day.
Speak to some of the representatives from Capita throughout the day - especially those who work in the area you would like to work in.

Group HR Graduate, Group HR at Capita
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Application Advice:

1. Show that you are willing and able to learn. You must continually strive to enhance your skills and understand more (e.g. education, previous professional qualifications, jobs you have taken because it would be a challenge/you would learn something).
2. Show that you have a good track record as a reliable & hard worker.

Interview Advice:

1. Think of situations where you have provided innovative solutions to real-world problems.
2. Show that you have experience of a customer-facing environment and that you have gone above and beyond the call of duty to ensure customer satisfaction.
3. Show that you can play as part of a team and perform a necessary role, even if you feel you are above it. You can always ask for a promotion later on, don't disrupt the customer experience for petty squabbles.
4. Make your voice heard, but don't shout other people down.

Lead the Way Graduate, IT Enterprise Services at Capita
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Application Advice:

Fantastic role for ambitious and hardworking people.

Manager, at Capita
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Application Advice:

GO FOR IT!

Interview Advice:

Be yourself, be confident!

Operations Management Graduate, Operations at Capita
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Application Advice:

Make sure that you are very strong on Excel, especially if applying for a finance role, as you will be using this every day.

Interview Advice:

Ensure that you take the time to introduce yourself at the assessment centre to as many people as possible and also ensure you leave a good impression from working well with the other candidates. Try not to come across as overbearing.

Finance Graduate, at Capita
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Interview Advice:

Competency based interview - read up on the Capita values.
Be prepared to get involved with group tasks.

Finance Graduate, Finance at Capita
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Application Advice:

Show personality!! It doesn't matter if you don't have IT experience- I didn't!

Interview Advice:

Don't worry if you make any mistakes- show that you can learn from them.
Again, show your personality!
Show you are willing to learn!

Business Systems Analyst, Tech at Capital One
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Application Advice:

Be calm, don't over think it, and don't be too formal. Show that you have an interest in technology, it's not all about your degree but what you are passionate about.

Technology Graduate, Technology Graduate Scheme at Capital One
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Application Advice:

Communication is key.
Be numerically capable.
Don't have an ego.

Business Analyst, at Capital One
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Application Advice:

Clear and concise CV
Aplication process is very simple

Interview Advice:

We look for good numerate and communication skills - brush up on basic algebra
Work through the problem in a systematic way, showing working and making clear notes - could be useful for later questions
Have good problem solving skills
Ask questions to clarify what you are doing

Business Analyst, Customer Management at Capital One
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Application Advice:

honesty

Interview Advice:

focus on showing innovative and logical work methods in case studies, this is more important than the answers

Operations Data Analyst, Operations at Capital One
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Application Advice:

Although the application process seems daunting and intense its not actually as bad as it seems. The aim of the assessment day is to make you feel as comfortable as possible - you're not going to be yourself if you feel like you're going to throw up every 5 minutes out of stress! The whole aim of these days is to make sure you're the right fit for the job. You're CV has got you to that point on qualifications. The rest is about who you are as a person, what your interests are and what your goals are.

Interview Advice:

The interview is more of a job fit role, they'll ask you the standard "Why Capital One" "Why IT" "What interests do you have" but in general they want to know what you didn't put on your CV, and interesting facts about yourself like you've voluteered abroad, have a huge passion for animals - things that make you stand out from the crowd of people that just reel of there CV again.

The best advice i can give is; be yourself. Don't worry about if your qualifications are good enough - you got to the interview they clearly are!

Scrum Master/Delivery Manager, IT Delivery at Capital One
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Application Advice:

Be proactive - The way to get the best out of working at Capital One is to be proactive - get yourself a to-do list and keep on top of it. This helps to keep me motivated and people are always happy when you get done what was asked of you.

Listen to others - It's beneficial to take time out to listen to other peoples thoughts/ opinions. You don't always have to agree with them but it helps to spark useful conversations and it often works out best when you come to some sort of mutual agreement.

Interview Advice:

Come prepared to the interview - do some research on the company and have some idea of what is required from the different job roles and where you could see yourself fitting in.

Scrum Master, IT/ Technology at Capital One
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Application Advice:

The application form is absolutely tiny so takes no time at all. Worth doing first!

Interview Advice:

Relax, the analytical questions aren't there to try and catch you out.

Statistician, Statistics at Capital One
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Application Advice:

Learn how to do business case studies that you can find online, our interview process is based around them.

Interview Advice:

When doing a business case study, always show your working, discuss things with the interviewer and make sure that you are acting interested in the job and asking questions at every opportunity. The most important advice I can give is that if you make a mistake and notice, go back and find it rather than getting in a fluster. This is a key skill that we look for in a candidate.

Business Analyst, Marketing at Capital One
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Application Advice:

Show your creativity and show how you're different from others who may be applying for the job. Part of why I was hired was because of my degree differing from the other candidates.
Show examples of when you've thought or acted innovatively or against the norm. Show how you think beyond the surface level and when you've had to go deeper. Show example of how you've used insights to solve a problem that needed solving.

Interview Advice:

Ask about people's best experiences at the company. This really helps you understand that it's not just a place of work, but a place where you can achieve some life changing goals. I really wanted this job when I learnt there was the possibility of a London Marathon place.

Try and show as much knowledge and as many skills you have in the short time you have. When I was asked to produce creative ideas for social media, I didn't just state the creative and fun parts, but went into detail about where the technical and legal issues may be, and why an audience would enjoy the kind of content I was suggesting.

Social Media Community Manager, Brand at Capital One
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Application Advice:

Demonstrate your strengths and show how you are different from the other candidates. Any leadership roles you have done (no matter how junior you feel they may be) is a talking point and can always be expanded upon in an interview.
But most of all, be honest and be yourself. The Capita Lead the Way programme is looking for individuals with drive, ambition and just someone who has something about them.

Interview Advice:

In any interview you should be the one who does most of the talking. The interviewer should only speak for a minimal amount of time and the interviewee should be expanding upon and demonstrating their skills and qualities.
As with the application, be honest and just be yourself. I was asked in an interview "Where do you see yourself in 5 years time?". This question is tricky but just be honest. I gave a realistic answer and explained that I would have finished the graduate scheme, achieved a MSc and ideally be in a management role. There's nothing worse than joking about being at Board level after 5 years and hoping to be CEO by that time - it shows that seniority and job titles are all that is important to you.

Marketing and Communications Graduate, Marketing and Communications at Capita
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Application Advice:

Apply early and take your time with the application process

Interview Advice:

Relax and be yourself. nothing in the interview process is there to trick you. If you relax you will do well and enjoy yourself.

Graduate Internal Auditor, Internal Audit – Non FS at Capita
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Application Advice:

Involved an application form, telephone interview, assessment day, numerical and logical tests, and a final interview.

The process is fairly long, but the first couple of stages are fairly straightforward and from what I remember only cover very standard interview/competency questions.

Interview Advice:

At the assessment day aim to become friendly with some of the other graduates, it makes the day a lot easier as it was a long day (8-6 in some cases, which is a lot longer than others I attended) this included periods of waiting around.

The assessment involved a team task, presentation and an interview.

It is probably different for opposing roles, but I wasn't quizzed much about Capita at the interview stage but knowing some facts and figures wouldn't harm your chances. Mostly, questions were posed around my motivations (for the job role, for finance, for qualification), work experience and academic background.

Finance Graduate, Finance at Capita
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Application Advice:

Research the company and make sure you know which sector you are applying for. Tailor your application to the skills they ask for in the role and don't be afraid to talk about work experience which you don't think is directly relevant. e.g. I worked in retail but I was able to demonstrate my ability to influence and persuade customers to purchase extra items which are key skills of a Product Manager.

Interview Advice:

Research the industry, know what is happening in the news/government. It really helps to have something else to talk about especially in the interview as I was asked if I knew of anything that was happening at the time that would impact the company/product. Make sure you know what a Product Manager does and find examples of when you have demonstrated those skills. Also, if you get to the assessment centre remember to smile and talk to people that work there; it is as much about your skills/experience as it is you.

Product Manager, Product at Capita
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Application Advice:

Focus on leadership you have undertaken in the past and prove you are willing to go the extra mile, particularly once you start the role.

Interview Advice:

During the simulation task, don't try and act your way through it, forget you are being assessed and work hard.

Graduate, Commercial Pricing at Capita
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Application Advice:

Be yourself. Make sure you research the company (especially the division you are applying for.) Have questions to ask the employer as it is as much about seeing whether you like the company and want to work here as it is for the company to see if you are the right fit for them.

Interview Advice:

Don't bluff. Be concise and precise when answering questions. If you're unsure or nervous, as the interviewer to repeat the question o to elaborate so you don't misinterpret anything

PMO, at Capita
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Application Advice:

Don't lie on your CV, any experience you may declare might be called upon if you get the job.

The Assessment centre is very thorough, be prepared for anything.

Interview Advice:

Be yourself, smile, show some personality.

Assistant product manager, Childrens services at Capita
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Application Advice:

It was the first application process that I actually bought into and believed what was being communicated. Having a Board member at the assessment centre was very inspiring. The key was to be myself and communicate my strengths throughout the application process.

Interview Advice:

Applicable job experience was useful and tangiable examples from a range of sources displaying a rounded personality.

Lead the Way Graduate, Local Government at Capita
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Application Advice:

Be yourself
Be confident
Strong commercial awareness

Interview Advice:

Try to relax
If you have got to this stage then you have a reason for being there - be confident!

Business Readiness Support/Lead the Way Graduate, Business Readiness/Ops at Capita
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Application Advice:

To be well informed about the nature of the profession. Many graduates think that a technical writer is the person, who writes and publishes books that we are finding in bookstores; while technical author is the person, who develops the manuals/ handbooks/ online help system of a software.

Interview Advice:

- To know things about Capita in general, and pertaining the particular department of Capita that they'll be joining.
- To be prepared about the kind of assessment that they will be facing in the assessment centre (i.e. writing guidelines, proofreading)

Technical Author, Publications Department – Children’s Services at Capita
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Application Advice:

Don't be afraid to apply for the role if you feel that you have done a degree that is not relevant.

Interview Advice:

Relax during the Assessment Centre, particularly the Business Simulation as a lot of people let themselves down when they feel under pressure.

Lead The Way Graduate, Capita Health Partners at Capita
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Application Advice:

Research the company and its values, find a part of the business which interests you directly, look at contemporary themes which may affect Capita and talk about them.

Use examples for everything you say about yourself and make it personal.

Interview Advice:

Likely to ask strengths and weaknesses, questions about being a leader (Do some research about what makes great leaders and apply to your own strengths) get ready with examples!

In my opinion Capita also recruit on personality so be yourself!

Account Management & Bid Support, IT Account Management at Capita
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Application Advice:

Don't be afraid to ask questions, everyone will support you and understands that you are learning.

Interview Advice:

Be yourself and fully throw yourself into activities and try not to be too nervous.

Service Readiness Manager, Transition at Capita
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Application Advice:

I would advice them to research the company, particularly the part of the business you are applying to join. As Capita is such a big company it is important to know more about what it does at a group level as well as the business inside Capita that you are planning to join.

Interview Advice:

I would recommend they research the business analyst role to understand how it fits in the delivery and IT solution. I would also recommend having an example of where you have demonstrated good time management skills as that is a vital competence required to be a business analyst.

Business Analyst, SIMS at Capita
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Application Advice:

As this is a graduate job, making sure that you have done things at university that are not just your course can really help show what transferable skills you have.
At uni, I helped at open days, which gave me experience in talking to large audiences. I also ran a society, which gave me the confidence to know that I could organise different things. I was also part of several other different societies, and worked part time in a job relevant to my course whilst I was studying.
Just having these things alone doesn't help, but making sure that you tailor your CV to show how the skills that these things gave you matches the skills needed in the job is useful. In my job, I find that I need: presentation skills; organisation skills; team working and interacting with others, amongst other things.

Interview Advice:

I had three interviews for this job. Firstly a telephone interview, then an assessment centre, then an individual face-to-face interview.

For the initial interview, be open to things that you might not have considered yourself for before. You'll be trained on the job, so you won't be expected to know how to do the job before you start. Researching a bit about the company can be really useful as well, so that you can ask some relevant questions.

In the assessment centre, there is a lot to take in. Having done your research to start with really helps it be a less overwhelming experience. We had lots of different tasks, from simple numeracy and literacy tests, to group exercises, to individual presentation tasks, to even having an office tour. The best advice is really just to try and be as engaged as possible, and (although this is really a cliché, is true and is actually really hard to achieve) be yourself. We also got the opportunity to meet other members of the department at lunch, which was a really nice way to get to see what kind of people we might be working with.

The individual interview, I had to give a presentation on things that stood out for me at the assessment centre and what it was like. It was also an opportunity for me to ask questions about the job and understand the role better. I was asked some pretty typical interview questions. These included: tell me about a time that you worked well as team; tell me about something that you achieved recently that you are proud of; tell me about a time that you struggled with something, but overcame that difficult. As my interview was around the Olympics, I was also asked what sport I would enter the Olympics in and why!
There are lots of places online that you can find these typical questions, and I found that it was really worthwhile to have thought about the answers beforehand, especially if I had several situations that would work as an answer, to have picked the one that best demonstrated the answer. Obviously, you can't always know what you're going to be asked, but it's good to feel prepared. It's amazing when you look back, at how much you've done!

Product Manager, Capita Children’s Services at Capita
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Application Advice:

Be yourself.

IPMO Manager, at Capita
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Application Advice:

Be open minded - if successful you might not be allocated your first choice division and UK location. However, these can change in time. Be flexible, have an open mind-set and the opportunities and advice you will receive as a Capita graduate are endless.

Interview Advice:

The ability to work successfully as part of a team is one of Capita's core values. Be prepared to give examples of times you have demonstrated positive team work skills and the lessons you learnt from working as a team (these can be academic or work examples).

Also be prepared to answer commercial questions about Capita. In the phone interview they will ask lots of questions about how Capita make their money, the markets they are in, share prices etc so really make sure you do some research.

Lead the Way Graduate, Business Travel and Events at Capita
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Application Advice:

be yourself

Bid Coordinator, Bid Team at Capita
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Application Advice:

Just be honest and be yourself. Capita looks to employ a wide range of individuals with different personalities and ways of looking at things.

Graduate Trainee – Internal Auditor, Internal Audit at Capita
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Application Advice:

Look at the desired competencies on the website and relate your experience to those.

Interview Advice:

Competency based interview. Very brief so examples need to be straight to the point. No time to go off on a tangent - but if you feel you have more to add inform the interviewer - they will know if any additional information will be relevant.

Finance Graduate, at Capita
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Application Advice:

Keep your CV simple
Be honest, they are more keen on getting the right people.

Interview Advice:

Be genuine in the meeting.
Appear keen, if you get stuck don't think that you can't do something but more how you can do it next time.
Bring evidence of work you have done in the past, I brought a folder with my uni projects.

Graduate Software Developer, SIMS at Capita
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Application Advice:

Be open and honest, interview questions are tailored around the answers provided to questions in the application process.

Interview Advice:

Come prepared with examples of projects you've worked on in the past (whether for education, business, entertainment etc.)
Show a passion for the role you are applying for and the job you want to do.

Graduate Software Engineer, Capita Children’s Services – Capita One at Capita
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Application Advice:

Its a great job! You are not expected to know much about the role before you start- they will train you up. The job involves a fair bit of presenting however they don't expect you to be amazing at it from the word go! You also need to be a people person as the job involves lots interaction with customers and colleagues.

Interview Advice:

Be yourself and prepare well! It's quite a long process but definitely worth it - just remember everyone is as nervous as you.

Assistant Product Manager, Capita Childrens Services (SIMS) at Capita
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Application Advice:

Be yourself

Interview Advice:

What makes a good leader?

Group Graduate, Consultancy at Capita
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Application Advice:

Research Capita thoroughly

Graduate Trainee Internal Auditor, Internal Audit at Capita
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Application Advice:

Be yourself
Take time on the application
Be confident in your ability - but not cocky

Interview Advice:

Prepare the answers with as much relevant context and experience as possible
AND make them interesting, try to leave the interview textbook answers behind

Graduate, Asset Services at Capita
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Application Advice:

Have to be willing to relocate. It is a steep learning curve coming in to a company so large but it pays off.

Interview Advice:

Be yourself, Its very easy to see people who are faking it in an assessment centre.

Finance Manager, Work Place services at Capita
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Application Advice:

Demomstrate the skills you can bring to the organisation, and in particular how you feel you can develop in the job - Capita are always looking for ambitious individuals with a great drive to develop and improve themselves

Interview Advice:

Have a lot to say about times you have successfully worked in a team, and what your role in particular was within that team. You will also need to show initiative, or when you have taken on extra responsibility to get a job done

Capita LGS Graduate, LGS at Capita
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Application Advice:

It's a great scheme to get on with many opportunities along the way. Hard work is rewarded and you will always be given a platform to shine

Interview Advice:

Be yourself and show a passion for leadership, a can do attitude, speak about your achievements and apply them to how this could benefit Capita.

, at Capita
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Application Advice:

Be yourself and come with an open mind to be able to appreciate the complexity of the organisation

Interview Advice:

Display a hard working, dedicated attitude with a commitment to adding value.

Lead The Way Graduate, IT Enterprise Services at Capita
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Application Advice:

Be postive, proactive and a people person.

I have been involved in the application process for new grads and one of the biggest issues is people not being a team player or being too domineering.

Don't act like the people you see on the apprentice.

Building positive relationships is key.

Interview Advice:

Show that you have passion not just in work but through getting to know you as a person such as skills or hobbies.

ITS Graduate, Capita Enterprise IT Services at Capita
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Application Advice:

Spend some time drafting your responses to the questions; answer honestly. The worst think you can do is rush through and make mistakes.

Interview Advice:

Be yourself

, Talent & Change at Capita
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Application Advice:

Definitely apply if you are looking for a challenging and rewarding graduate position. Really look into what Capita do, and speak to current employees if possible to find an area that best suits your interests and skills.

Interview Advice:

Ask lots of questions. Speak to current Capita employees to establish their role so you can gan an insight into the different areas Capita works within.

Group Finance Graduate, Group Finance at Capita
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Application Advice:

#NAME?

Interview Advice:

- Be friendly, confident and professional in interviews. The interview is nothing to be nervous about as the management & graduate team are very supportive - they just want to see you at your best.
- Do your homework - know a bit about the area of the bu

Finance Graduate, at Capita
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Application Advice:

- be yourself
- look at Capita values

Interview Advice:

- why you over other graduates?
- name a time you were in a difficult leadership position and how did you over come it?
- where will you be in 5 years?
- name a difficult situation with people within the a team, how did you diffuse this situation?

Graduate Project Manager, Southwark at Capita
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Application Advice:

- Research the business- find out what they do and what sectors they work in. You won't be able to understand everything, but get an idea!
- Have a look at some case studies of clients Capita works with to understand where they are present in the market

Interview Advice:

- Be prepared to answer questions about Capita and what they do
- Be prepared to work in a team on a task while being observed
- Relax and enjoy it- Capita look for people who work hard but know the importance of working well with others

Graduate, Strategic Sales at Capita
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Application Advice:

I found with Capita they are looking for interesting people who have a wide range of skills and experience rather than focusing on academic achievements. So I would include every job and certifcations undertaken outside of University.

Interview Advice:

I was asked during the telephone and face-to-face interview about being adaptable and to give examples showing that i can be. This ties back to the application where it is key to include lots of different activities and skills.

IT Project Manager, at Capita
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Application Advice:

To research the company and be open to new opportunities. If they are successful they should make the most out of their time on the scheme and try to do as many different placements as possible.

Placements around the business, Capita Resourcing at Capita
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Application Advice:

The application was fairly straightforward - I don't recall any particular stumbling blocks...

Interview Advice:

Capita is very big on having the right type of culture. Research the values of the company and think about how you match these.

Proposal Manager, Bid at Capita
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Application Advice:

Try to get a basic understanding of what the organisation does and how it generates value for its customers. Ensure that you portray yourself and not what you think the organisation wants to see, this will benefit you in the long run.

Interview Advice:

Be yourself, carry out research on the business, read previous forums and get networking with those already participating on the scheme.

Graduate, at Capita
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Application Advice:

Apply early
Research where in the business you would like to work

Interview Advice:

Be yourself
Do your research on the organisation and what it does

Leadership Graduate, Leadership & Management at Capita
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Application Advice:

Be prepared for a vigorous application progress. Capita's Graduate Development team use innovative and exciting assessments throughout the recruitment progress to ensure you are the right fit for Capita and Capita is the right fit for you. Step-by-step you will find yourself wanting to be part of the scheme even more!

Interview Advice:

Don't be afraid to blow your own trumpet. Using the STAR (situation, task, action, result) interview technique, make sure you share all your skills and relevant experience with the interviewer. If you don't tell them about your achievements, they will never know.

Lead The Way Graduate – Leadership and Operations, at Capita
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Application Advice:

It's not about whether you have a wealth of work experience, but show that you can reflect on your experiences and are a fast learner. Outline your key achievements from each experience and avoid cliche's such as "good team player".

Interview Advice:

I would say that more than anything the company is looking for graduates with the ability to work well with other people and nurture a team. They also want someone ambitious who isn't going to wait to be told what to do so draw on experiences where you have been entrepreneurial or innovative.

Business Consultant, Business Support at Capita
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Application Advice:

For the graduate position I am in you will be against thousands of other applicants, so just be yourself, prepare, and focus during the testing and interviews.

Interview Advice:

Ensure you have some examples of how you have demonstrated leadership and teamwork beforehand. Everyone has good examples but many forget them if put on the spot. Understand which ones you want to share before the day.

, at Capita
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Application Advice:

Prior to applying to the role, I would:
- Ensure you are familiar with Verbal and Numerical reasoning tests.
- Have a general understanding of Capita and the diverse range of sectors we operate in.

Interview Advice:

Be yourself...

The assessment centres can be daunting but it is so important to be yourself and come prepared.

Lead the Way Graduate, Talent Team at Capita
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Best:

The people- everyone is approachable, knowledgeable and interesting which makes life as a trainee much easier.

Trainee Solicitor, Employment at Capital Law
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Best:

Very supportive colleagues. Everyone is individual and able to express their individuality. There is a good work/ life balance and a fun and open culture.

Worst:

Not much parking available.

Trainee Solicitor, at Capital Law
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