Application Process & Interviews at Grant Thornton New Zealand

relative to others it is very similar, we do, do help out with cool things like Young Enterprise Scheme, a youth program for high school students where we host a group at one of our offices and the team helps them complete challenges over a weekend

They conducted the interview and assessments in a convenient manner.

The interview process was very straight forward and simple. I completed and online application attaching my CV and completing some basic questions. I then completed an online assessment and recorded some shot clip about myself. After being selected I completed and in-person interview which I found enjoyable, it was more relaxed and conversational. I found that I was able to my true self in the interview.

- Online Application - Psychometric Testing (Verbal, Numerical, Abstract) & Video Interview - Face-to-Face interview with Managers within the team you applied for - Offer! - Short and sweet - only 1 interview (most firms I applied to have 2 interviews)

I had an interview with a manager and a partner and it was really not that daunting. They are quite down to earth.

I was part of a pilot where they wanted to see if interns worked in their business, so interview was very relaxed

I was asked questions about university and my work style. Also about some of my hobbies and what I enjoyed to do outside of work. They asked questions about why I chose the service line.

What do I know about Grant Thornton - Why did you choose GT - Why did you choose BAS - Here are the values of GT - tell me about a time you demonstrated some of these values - tell me about a time when you faced a conflict / when a manager gave you feedback

From memory - what relevant experience did I have, could I give examples of situations where x happened

Be friendly and keen to get into the mahi

Research the company and service line a bit. I found that was the only thing I need to prepare for. Otherwise they ask simple and standard interview questions that the majority people will be able to answer

- Have a look at the company's website and their values - think about times where you demonstrated those values (actually make sure your values align with the company - this will make the process easier) - Think about why you applied to this particular firm, in this particular role/service line and how you can articulate that to your interviewers. - Do prepare, but don't memorise your answers, or you'll come across as a robot! Think of it as an informal conversation with a relative, where they're trying to know you, and you're trying to know them better. - This is a two-way street: Ask questions to your interviewers as well as the interview goes, not just at the end!

I would recommend being yourself because that is what Grant Thornton is about Have a positive attitude