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  • 500 - 1,000 employees
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Application Process & Interviews at William Buck

8.7
8.7 rating for Recruitment, based on 24 reviews
Please describe the interview process and assessments.
Very straightforward and non-intimidating.
Graduate, Melbourne - 17 Aug 2023
I had two interviews, the first one online followed by an interview in the office. I also had to complete online psychometric testing.
Graduate, Melbourne - 17 Aug 2023
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.
Graduate, Sydney - 18 Feb 2023
Straight forward yet thorough.
Midlevel, Melbourne - 14 Feb 2023
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.
Graduate, MELBOURNE - 14 Feb 2023
I had two (2) different interviews with William; an online and an in-person interview. The interview processes were clear and easy.
Graduate, Victoria - 14 Feb 2023
Interview process was great, much better than other places as you got to talk to an actual interviewer on the phone and in person.
Intern, Melbourne - 14 Feb 2023
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.
Graduate, Sydney - 14 Feb 2023
Very straight forward, overall pleasant experience.
Graduate, Parramatta - 13 Feb 2023
2 Interviews + online assessments
Graduate, Sydney - 13 Feb 2023
I undertook psychometric testing and then went through two interviews - one with HR and one with my team. Both were quite smooth.
Midlevel, Sydney - 13 Feb 2023
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.
Graduate, Melbourne - 13 Feb 2023
Very swift and efficient. There was not much time between my initial application and an internship offer.
Intern, Melbourne - 13 Feb 2023
There was an interview with HR, an assessment and then an interview with someone in the department you're applying for.
Midlevel, Melbourne - 13 Feb 2023
Very fast which was appreciated.
Intern, Melbourne - 13 Feb 2023
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.
Graduate, Melbourne - 13 Feb 2023
Online application, first interview with HR team, psychometric testing and final interview with managers from the team.
Intern, Melbourne - 13 Feb 2023
I liked the interview process because it was quick.
Midlevel, Adelaide - 31 Jan 2023
Formal application process followed by two rounds of interviews.
Graduate, Adelaide - 31 Jan 2023
What questions were you asked in your interviews?
Personal attributes, goals and situational questions.
Midlevel, Melbourne - 14 Feb 2023
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?
Graduate, Victoria - 14 Feb 2023
My background, interests, why I would like to work in tax.
Intern, Melbourne - 14 Feb 2023
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.
Graduate, Sydney - 14 Feb 2023
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.
Midlevel, Sydney - 13 Feb 2023
Why do you want to work at this firm? What is your work experience both in industry and generally?
Graduate, Melbourne - 13 Feb 2023
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.
Intern, Melbourne - 13 Feb 2023
Why business advisory? Why William Buck? How would your friends describe you?
Midlevel, Melbourne - 13 Feb 2023
What appealed to me about the role.
Intern, Melbourne - 13 Feb 2023
What previous experience I had, how I found the job, why I was interested and what would I bring to the team.
Intern, Melbourne - 13 Feb 2023
Questions about myself, my hobbies and interests; also what I would like to gain from working at this firm.
Graduate, Melbourne - 13 Feb 2023
Largely culture fit questions, very little technical questions.
Graduate, Adelaide - 31 Jan 2023
Do you have any specific tips and advice for candidates applying to your company? How would you recommend they best prepare?
Don't be nervous, we are all very friendly people, and you can be yourself.
Graduate, Melbourne - 14 Aug 2023
Just be yourself is the best tip I can give. Don't go in being someone who you are not.
Graduate, Sydney - 18 Feb 2023
Be yourself and stay true to your values.
Midlevel, Melbourne - 14 Feb 2023
Get to know William Buck and the role you're applying for by doing your research. Be yourself during the interview process.
Graduate, Victoria - 14 Feb 2023
Just be yourself.
Intern, Melbourne - 14 Feb 2023
Just know about yourself and be honest. Don't be afraid to ask questions during your interview as well.
Graduate, Sydney - 14 Feb 2023
Prepare well.
Graduate, Sydney - 13 Feb 2023
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!
Midlevel, Sydney - 13 Feb 2023
Read up on their website and learn what the firm is about.
Graduate, Melbourne - 13 Feb 2023
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).
Intern, Melbourne - 13 Feb 2023
Do some research about the firm, their values what they stand for etc and a little bit about the department you are applying for.
Midlevel, Melbourne - 13 Feb 2023
Come to the vacation program willing to learn and you will enjoy it.
Intern, Melbourne - 13 Feb 2023
Be yourself and know and research about the firm.
Graduate, Melbourne - 13 Feb 2023
Have some experiences that you can relate to the work that the division does.
Intern, Melbourne - 13 Feb 2023

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