I applied online. The process took 2 weeks. I interviewed at Lloyds Banking Group in Jan 2016
Interview
The final stage was the strengths based video interview. It consisted of 9 questions; for each question there were 30 seconds to read and thinking about the question, then 1 minute 30 seconds to respond to it while recorded. There is no opportunity to re-record.
Top tip to practice recording yourself under this time constraint as it isn't very long when under pressure when you have content to talk about and have to be comfortable enought at the same time to get your personality across. Also, make a grid of around 10 strengths and assign one example to it you can use to contextualise your answer. It saves time and eases nerves during those 30 seconds prep.
I interviewed at Lloyds Banking Group (London, England)
Interview
Straight forward standard process. First, online test, with hirevue, followed by face to face interviews. Standard questions, nothing too technical. Motivations, skill set, experiences to date - opportunity to ask Qs at end.
I interviewed at Lloyds Banking Group (London, England)
Interview
sually a short call (20–30 minutes) with a recruiter.
Focus: motivation, understanding of SSE and the energy sector, and basic competency questions.
Typical questions:
“Why SSE and why this placement?”
“What interests you about thermal generation or business development?”
“Talk me through your CV highlights relevant to this role.”
3️⃣ Assessment Centre / Virtual Interview
(For summer placements, this may be fully virtual or a half-day in-person session.)
Components may include:
Competency-based interview
Behavioural questions using the STAR method (Situation, Task, Action, Result).
Focus on teamwork, problem-solving, communication, and adaptability.
Technical / Business Case Discussion
Scenario related to SSE Thermal projects, e.g., assessing the viability of a hydrogen-ready power plant.
I interviewed at Lloyds Banking Group (London, England)
Interview
2 x online assessments inc. Hirevue questions, AC from 9-5 inc. one on one interviews, group tasks, case study, technical, final stg in person interview in London HQ with 2 interviewers
