FAQs
We have put together the following 'Frequently asked Questions' for people who have already read our web pages.
General
- Enfield is one of London's largest - and greenest - boroughs. Just inside the M25, it is
served well by transport links, has several pubs, shops and sport clubs and is just 30 minutes
away by train from the centre of London. Our location means that people can choose to live in the
hurly-burly of London itself, in the slightly less busy environs of Enfield, or in more rural
Hertfordshire.
- All our offices are open plan. You will have your team members around you so that you can communicate with each other effectively.
- We aim to review your application within 3-4 working days.
- We are very proud of our efficient recruitment process and it involves you coming for two visits (one visit for interns). If you need us to be swifter we can complete the process from application to offer in less than two weeks.
- Once you have attended a final assessment, a decision will be made quickly - usually within 48 hours. We can inform you of our decision by telephone or email.
- We have a relaxed dress code, best described as 'smart-casual'. This means that men wear anything from suits with shirt and tie, to 'chinos' with open neck shirts, and women wear suits or tailored trousers/skirts and tops. Most candidates coming to interview will wear a suit.
- The speed and direction of your career is driven by you. If you are keen to move, you should highlight this to your manager and we will consider you as soon as a vacancy arises.
Postgraduate, graduate and internship opportunities
- The best correlation that we have ever found between the talent that we need and academic qualifications is GCSE and 'A' level (or equivalent) results. However, if you have extenuating circumstances for lower grades, make sure you provide details when applying.
- Yes, we welcome applications from any discipline.
- Yes. We accept applications from all degree classifications.
- We don't have a closing date for applications. We recruit all year round so you can apply at any time.
- Yes. However, we have been advised that it is almost impossible to obtain a work permit unless you have particularly relevant work experience or a relevant postgraduate qualification.
- Internship students do not require permits to work for 8 weeks.
- No preparation is necessary as all of the tests will be assessing your aptitude for solving complex problems, rather than your actual technical experience. However, we do recommend that you read through our website and gain an understanding of what we do and the work you would be involved in.
- There is some flexibility. We will keep in touch with you in case you have any questions, or would like to come back for a more informal visit.
- We have only a limited number of internship places. While we can often be flexible in awaiting your decision, please discuss the timeframe with your recruitment contact.
- If you want to take a year out between graduating and beginning your career, please mention that this is what you wish to do when you apply and we’ll take this into consideration.
- After a minimum amount of time training, you will have the opportunity to move between offices.
- Our internships are available in Enfield and Edinburgh. If you have a strong preference for Chester or Coventry please note this on your application form and we will see whether we can accommodate your request.
- You will start at around 9am - although it could be earlier or later, depending on your sleeping habits! You'll probably start by making yourself a drink and catching up on your emails. Suitably fortified, you'll make headway on your current tasks - which will have already been agreed with your manager, along with estimates of how long they will take, at the beginning of each week.
- Tasks vary between learning about a new feature of the industry, to getting your head down and designing, coding and testing. These tasks are intermingled with status meetings, white board sessions, training seminars and day-to-day contact with your manager and team.
- You can have lunch in the canteen or take a walk into the local shops and cafes. If you like sports, you can choose to play badminton, football, squash, tennis... all played at different standards to suit everyone's level of skill.
- Towards 6pm, there's often a move to go for a drink to celebrate the arrival of a new starter, a happy occasion or just the end of the day.
- Your contracted hours will be 37.5 hours per week. In practice, and out of choice, most people work slightly more than this. However, our working hours are pretty flexible so, as long as you get the work done (and do it well), you don't have to stick to the normal 9 - 5.30 routine.
- With customers throughout the Americas, Europe and Asia, and with offices on both sides of the Atlantic, the opportunities for travel are excellent.
- You will be given real responsibility from day one. Your mentor and manager will ensure you have a development plan that is tailored to you. There will be a supportive team around you and you'll never be left 'on your own'.