We've made our application process as simple and straight forward as possible.

HBOS application process

We want to make it as easy as possible for you to apply to whichever scheme you choose. At the same time, we're also concerned about the environment and keeping the use of paper to a minimum. Therefore, most of our application process can be done quickly and efficiently online. For you, it's a streamlined experience. For us, it's a way of using innovation to target the people that will make HBOS a success in the future.

We believe our application procedure is a two way process and is designed to be fair and objective at every stage. You'll find an outline of what you can expect here. Candidates applying to our Treasury and Insight Investment schemes will undergo a slightly different process.

The closing date for the Insight Investment Asset Management Scheme is 14th December 2008.

The closing date for all other schemes is 31st December 2008.*

* Please note: Our vacancies are filled on a first come first served basis, so we encourage you to apply early.

General timescales

The following is a guideline to what you can expect:
  • We will screen application forms within 10 working days.
  • You will have five working days to complete the online numerical test.
  • You will have the outcome of your online test within 2-3 days.
  • If you are successful on the online test, we will contact you within 5 working days to schedule a telephone interview.
  • The times and dates for telephone interviews are dependent on your availability, so please allow some flexibility in this.
  • Assessment Centres are scheduled for October 2008 through to January 2009 (an online booking facility is available and the limited places are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis).
  • You will hear the outcome from the Asessment centre within 10 working days.

Clearly, the sooner you complete each stage yourself, the quicker the whole process will be for you. Please also note, that once a scheme is filled it will close - so please send in your application as soon as possible.

Actuarial

Register online at www.hbosbeamazed.co.uk

Actions: Answer questions on education and eligibility to work in the UK.

Complete online application form

Actions: Answer questions on:

  • Education
  • Work Experience
  • Extra curricular activities
  • Motivations for application

Complete online numerical test

Telephone Interview

Actions: Answer questions to demonstrate core behaviours that are important for success at HBOS.

Assessment Centre

Actions

  • Individual Presentation (topic will be provided prior to the day)
  • Interview
  • Advanced numerical test

Corporate Banking

Register online at www.hbosbeamazed.co.uk

Actions: Answer questions on education and eligibility to work in the UK.

Complete online application form

Actions: Answer questions on:

  • Education
  • Work Experience
  • Extra curricular activities
  • Motivations for application

Complete an online numerical test

Telephone Interview

Actions: Answer questions to demonstrate core behaviours that are important for success at HBOS.

Assessment Centre

Actions

  • Group Exercise
  • Individual Exercise
  • Interview
  • Further Psychometric Testing

Future Leaders

Register online at www.hbosbeamazed.co.uk

Actions: Answer questions on education and eligibility to work in the UK.

Complete online application form

Actions: Answer questions on:

  • Education
  • Work Experience
  • Extra curricular activities
  • Motivations for application

Complete an online numerical test

Telephone Interview

Actions: Answer questions to demonstrate core behaviours that are important for success at HBOS.

Assessment Centre

Actions

  • Group Exercise
  • Individual Exercise
  • Interview
  • Further Psychometric Testing

Insight Investment

Register online at www.hbosbeamazed.co.uk

Actions: Answer questions on education and eligibility to work in the UK.

Complete online application form

Actions: Answer questions on:

  • Education
  • Work Experience
  • Extra curricular activities
  • Motivations for application

Complete series of online psychometric tests and a telephone interview.

Invitation to HBOS Offices

Actions: Series of interviews and if applicable a group exercise.

Summer Placements

Register online at www.hbosbeamazed.co.uk

Actions: Answer questions on education and eligibility to work in the UK.

Complete online application form

Actions: Answer questions on:

  • Education
  • Work Experience
  • Extra curricular activities
  • Motivations for application

Complete an online numerical test

Telephone Interview

Actions: Answer questions to demonstrate core behaviours that are important for success at HBOS.

Assessment Centre

Actions

  • Group Exercise
  • Individual Exercise
  • Interview
  • Further Psychometric Testing

Treasury

Register online at www.hbosbeamazed.co.uk

Actions: Answer questions on education and eligibility to work in the UK.

Complete online application form

Actions: Answer questions on:

  • Education
  • Work Experience
  • Extra curricular activities
  • Motivations for application

Complete series of online psychometric tests and telephone interview.

Invitation to HBOS Offices

Actions: Series of interviews and if applicable a group exercise.

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