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What happens if my computer crashes half-way through completing
my application form?
This isn't a problem, as long as you remember to save your answers as you
go along. Even if your computer crashes in the middle of a test that you can take
only once, the technology is sophisticated enough to know what's happened
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Will my personal details remain personal?
Yes. BDO Stoy Hayward takes online security very seriously. We use the latest technology
to make sure your application can not be seen by anyone outside the application
process. The information you submit to us is only used for the purposes of your application. Back to top
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What happens after I've submitted my application form?
A member of our student recruitment team will review your application. Our aim is
to inform you by email within two working days whether you've been successful
or not. If you have, you'll be invited to complete online tests. During peak
times it can take us a little longer, but by logging back into the system, you should
be able to find out how your application is progressing.Back
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Is my application processed by a machine?
No. A member of our student recruitment team will review your application in accordance with our privacy policy.Back to top
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I can't get on a computer for long enough to complete
the online application form - what can I do?
If you have real difficulties accessing a computer to complete the online application
form, please call us on 020 7893 3009 and we'll do everything we can to help.Back to top
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I can't find the information I need on the recruitment
website - where can I find out more?
We've tried to make this website comprehensive and informative, and to include
everything prospective candidates might wish to know. But if you can't find
the information you need, try visiting our corporate website for more details. For
specific queries, email us via the 'Contact Us' section of this site
and we'll get back to you as soon as possible.Back
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Can I defer my application for a year?
Yes. Please let us know the year you'd like to be considered for on your application.Back to top
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I'm an international student - can I still apply
for the BDO Stoy Hayward student training scheme?
BDO Stoy Hayward welcomes graduate applications from international candidates who require a work permit. If you do require a work permit, our immigration lawyers will first review your circumstances to advise on the likelihood of success of a work permit application. Work permits issued will be employer specific and will allow you to work for BDO Stoy Hayward in the UK for five years.
If our immigration lawyers advise that a work permit is likely to be issued, we will pursue a work permit application on your behalf should you meet the criteria of every stage of our selection process. If our immigration lawyers advise that a work permit is unlikely to be issued, we will confirm this with you and your application will not be accepted.
Our immigration lawyers advice in this regard will be final.
Please note our selection process involves attendance at a first round interview and a subsequent assessment event. Candidates are required to make themselves available to attend these recruitment selection events at a UK office. Travel expenses will be reimbursed to a maximum of £100.
As competition for these opportunities is intense we encourage you to apply as soon as possible and before the 30 June for our September start date and 31 August for our December start date. Back to top
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I've got an interview - what can I do to prepare
for it?
To find out what to expect at your interview and how to prepare, look at our section
on interview tips.Back to top
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I don't meet your minimum academic requirements -
will I be rejected automatically?
No. Our minimum academic requirements have been developed as a guide to how well
trainees will be able to cope with the demands of professional exams and training.
As such they are very important in the selection process. But if there were extenuating
circumstances that affected your results (such as illness, for example), you'll
be able to highlight them on your application form.Back
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I have already graduated - can I still apply to the
graduate training scheme?
Yes. We welcome applications from people who have already graduated or who are studying
for a post-graduate qualification - we value any extra experience or skills
you may have gained.Back to top
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Will I be able to highlight any extenuating circumstances
that could affect my application?
If you'd like us to consider something that has affected your academic results,
please highlight this in the relevant section on the application form. Note: If
you have a valid reason for not being able to use the online application, we will
be happy to consider this.Back to top
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Who will have access to the information supplied on my
application form?
BDO Stoy Hayward treats any information supplied during the application process
with utmost confidentiality. We may retain information to let you know about recruitment
opportunities or to assess and improve the recruitment process. No information will
be passed to non-contracted third parties. See our privacy policy for more details.Back to top
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If I am invited to complete online ability tests, how can I prepare for these?
If your application is successful then you will be sent a link to the online tests. In the first instance this will take you through to practice questions which you can complete as many times as you like. You will not automatically be expected to complete the real tests and will be able to log back on to do this when you feel ready.
In addition you can log on to www.shl.com for further examples of the online tests that we use.
If you have any special requirements regarding sitting online tests, please contact the office that you have applied for.Back to top
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If I am unsuccessful at any stage of the recruitment process, when can I reapply?
It is our policy that candidates who are unsuccessful at an interview or assessment day need to wait twelve months before applying again. Please note that this is twelve months from the date you were informed that you were unsuccessful.
If you are unsuccessful at the earlier stages of our recruitment process, either application stage or at online tests then you are eligible to apply again after six months from the date you were unsuccessful.Back to top
Are there any deadlines for your applications?
We do not have any deadlines as we recruit throughout the year. However, please note that we have September and December intakes and positions do fill up fast so we recommend that you apply early to avoid disappointment.Back to top