Frequently Asked Questions
1. How do you go about selecting people?
2. What qualities do you look for in applicants?
3. Is there an upper age limit for applications?
4. Can existing Nationwide employees apply?
5. What provisions do you make for candidates with a disability?
1. How do you go about selecting people?
Initial selection is via on-line application form. On the basis of your application, you may be invited to attend a series of interviews and/or assessment days. These will be conducted by a mixture of recruitment specialists and trained managers from the business area to which you are applying.
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2. What qualities do you look for in applicants?
Naturally, we'll want to satisfy ourselves that you have the technical skills and qualifications necessary for the job in question. Above that, we'll be looking for personal skills such as initiative and team-working ability, as well as good communication skills. For more senior and managerial positions, your proven leadership ability will be an important factor.
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3. Is there an upper age limit for applications?
No, we encourage applications from all age groups.
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4. Can existing Nationwide's employees apply?
Yes, we encourage applications from existing employees. Your application and assessment will follow the same process as that of external candidates.
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5. What provisions do you make for candidates with a disability?
We judge applicants on their ability and nothing else, and we work hard to help those with disabilities as much as possible. There’s a section on the application form where you can tell us if you need special help at any stage of the recruitment process. Please contact us to find out more. You can phone us on 0800 1690 100 (Mon - Fri, 9am - 5pm) or use the Contact form.