The hiring process at SGN takes an average of 90 days when considering 1 user submitted interviews across all job titles. To compare, the average duration of hiring at similar companies like BlackRock, Inc. is 14 days, Fabricated Software, Inc. is 2 days, and Apple Inc. is 21 days. Candidates applying for IT Service Assurance Manager had the quickest hiring process (on average 90 days), whereas IT Service Assurance Manager roles had the slowest hiring process (on average 90 days).
Nine-minute first-stage call felt rushed and unengaging; interviewer shared nothing about the company or role, relied on outdated questions, and used an old-school interview style, resulting in a poor experience.
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Question 1
Tell me about yourself and why you want to join the company
Had to chase HR after seeing job advertised on Linkedin, then was interviewed by two managers; after clearly demonstrating I had the experience for the role was turned down over not answering a vaguely phrased question in a way they found 'acceptable', I concluded that the vacancy had already been filled internally, and the post on Linkedin was simply to tick a box so that they could claim they advertised the job fairly.
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Question 1
How do I approach health and safety on site (open-ended question)
I applied online. The process took 4 weeks. I interviewed at SGN (Edinburgh, Scotland) in May 2023
Interview
Well structured group interview, you speak with real engineers and other graduates. I was unsuccessful but was impressed with the interview process - it was a lot of back and forth where you were able to deeply learn about the company.
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Question 1
Team building exercises, items to bring on a desert island etc.