Application Process & Interviews at William Buck

Formal application process followed by two rounds of interviews.

I liked the interview process because it was quick.

Very fast which was appreciated.

There was an interview with HR, an assessment and then an interview with someone in the department you're applying for.

Very swift and efficient. There was not much time between my initial application and an internship offer.

Hiring process included a basic capability test followed by two interviews, one initially with HR and the other with a Director & Manager from the BA division.

I undertook psychometric testing and then went through two interviews - one with HR and one with my team. Both were quite smooth.

2 Interviews + online assessments

Very straight forward, overall pleasant experience.

Interview process was great, much better than other places as you got to talk to an actual interviewer on the phone and in person.

I had two (2) different interviews with William; an online and an in-person interview. The interview processes were clear and easy.

Straight forward yet thorough.

I had two interviews, the first one online followed by an interview in the office. I also had to complete online psychometric testing.

Very straightforward and non-intimidating.

There was an introduction interview online which was a few minutes and the computer asks you questions. The second stage was a director/manager interview which was about 30-40 minutes.

Online application, first interview with HR team, psychometric testing and final interview with managers from the team.

Interview process was smooth, I was made to feel comfortable to discuss my achievements, education, and interests. I was also told a bit about the firm and the work I'd be doing. Following my interview I received a call that afternoon offering me the position.

Application, followed by an online recorded interview - asking questions such as "Why do you want to work here", "Why do you want to work in this field"; online problem-solving tests - e.g. finding patterns in objects, tests that you cannot really study for; and lastly a second interview focused on getting to know you, habits, interests etc.

Applied online or through an agency. Phone call, then zoom interview, online testing and then proceeding to an in person interview with a Director and Principal.

Largely culture fit questions, very little technical questions.

What appealed to me about the role.

Why business advisory? Why William Buck? How would your friends describe you?

Questions such as why I am interested in accounting and audit specifically, as well as various behavioral questions that required me to apply an experience I had personally had.

Why do you want to work at this firm? What is your work experience both in industry and generally?

The questions were largely focused on why I wanted to work with the firm, what my experience was, what I wanted to be doing, how I manage my time and my hobbies outside of work.

My background, interests, why I would like to work in tax.

Tell me about yourself? - Why do you want to work for William Buck? - Where do you see yourself in 5 years? - Why do you want to work in audit? - What are your biggest strength and weakness?

Personal attributes, goals and situational questions.

Questions about myself, my hobbies and interests; also what I would like to gain from working at this firm.

What previous experience I had, how I found the job, why I was interested and what would I bring to the team.

They asked about my education, my interests, work life balance as that is an important aspect of working with my employer, and why did I choose audit.

Come to the vacation program willing to learn and you will enjoy it.

Do some research about the firm, their values what they stand for etc and a little bit about the department you are applying for.

Have a few ideas/examples of you demonstrating various skills on hand that you can draw on during your interview (i.e. leadership, networking, taking responsibility).

Read up on their website and learn what the firm is about.

I would come up with 3 scenarios which display your strong skills and have these prepared before you go in. Other than that, do your best to be calm and present!

Prepare well.

Just be yourself.

Get to know William Buck and the role you're applying for by doing your research. Be yourself during the interview process.

Be yourself and stay true to your values.

Don't be nervous, we are all very friendly people, and you can be yourself.

Be yourself and know and research about the firm.

Have some experiences that you can relate to the work that the division does.

Just know about yourself and be honest. Don't be afraid to ask questions during your interview as well.

Just be yourself is the best tip I can give. Don't go in being someone who you are not.