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We know how busy you are and how daunting job applications can sometimes seem, so we’ve done our best to make the KPMG application process as straightforward as possible, to enable you to show us your potential.
Our application process is designed not only for us to understand more about you, but also to give you an insight into what life is like at KPMG and whether we are the clear choice for you. To ensure that you’re prepared, we recommend that you explore the information provided in this page – which includes a series of videos our Student Recruitment team have created with useful hints and tips to guide you each step of the recruitment journey.
Whilst we recommend that you take in this information before submitting your application, it’s also here for you to check back on as you progress through the process. If you are unable to find the information you are looking for, or have any other questions, please refer to our FAQs or Contact us.
Please note that if your preferred office location or programme isn’t available right now, you can join our Talent Community and be one of the first to hear about any new opportunities. As a member of our Talent Community, you'll be the first to receive updates on any roles that become available in the business areas and locations of your choice.
Explore and apply
Learn more about KPMG and explore the role you’re applying for. Then tell us about your academic background.
45 mins to complete
Online assessments
Complete two online assessments measuring your ability to apply the skills and reasoning required to be successful in your role.
60 mins to complete
Video interviews
Record answers to six interview questions. Draw on your skills, experience and career motivations to demonstrate your strengths.
40 minutes to complete
Launch Pad
Meet us in-person for a day of immersive activities and assessments. Learn more about life at KPMG from colleagues and showcase your skills in your final interview.
1/2 day to complete
1. Explore and apply
The first stage of our recruitment process is an opportunity to learn more about life at KPMG and the area of the business you’re applying to. We’ve designed a job preview quiz using everyday scenarios that you could face in your chosen role - this step is not assessed but it should help you decide whether the role you’ve chosen is the right one for you or whether you want to explore an alternative programme.
2. Online assessments
After submitting your application, you will be automatically invited to complete two online assessments. The skills assessment is designed to evaluate the core skills that are critical for success in a role at KPMG. You will be presented with various scenarios and asked to rank how you would think, feel or respond in each situation, thinking about yourself at work and picking the answer that is most like you.
3. Video interview
If you are successful at Stage 2, you may be invited to our Video interview. This stage gives you the opportunity to showcase your skills and strengths, so we can understand if they’re aligned with those required for success at KPMG, as well as your motivation to join your chosen programme.
4. Launch Pad
If you are successful at Stage 3, you will be invited to attend the final stage of the recruitment process: Launch Pad, an in-person, half day event. Our in-person Launch Pad assessment day combines assessed and non-assessed activities. We will be looking for you to demonstrate the skills needed to succeed in your role throughout the day, but you’ll also have plenty of opportunity to learn more about life at KPMG and your chosen programme. You’ll also meet lots of our people including those within the business area and location you have applied to, from partners to trainees.
Is KPMG right for me?
During the recruitment process, we want to understand if your skills are aligned with those required for success at KPMG. By looking at your skills, this will help you and us to know whether you would enjoy working here and have the potential to thrive.
Career Motivation
This is about having thought about why you want to work for KPMG and your chosen programme and location, as well as your future aspirations.
Learning & Curiosity
This is about absorbing new information and techniques quickly, gathering the information you need being open to new ideas and taking a big picture view.
Resilience
This is about accepting and adapting to change, working within ambiguity or uncertainty, keeping calm under pressure and staying positive when facing difficulties or criticism.
Relationship Building
This is about making new connections easily, giving a good first impression, adjusting behaviour to interact more effectively with others and putting effort into developing good relationships and helping others.
Effective Communication
This is about being able to communicate effectively through both verbal and written information- not just understanding but being able to engage and communicate with clarity and impact.
Initiative
This is about enjoying the challenge of being set demanding goals to meet, seeking additional work and responsibilities proactively, keeping focused on self-development and working well independently.
Planning & Organisation
This is about setting yourself clear objectives, managing your own time and work, recording project progress and information carefully and completing work in a logical, planful way.
Results Focused
This is about getting work done to a high standard, working systematically across multiple tasks at once, staying focused and consistently showing care and diligence.
Critical Thinking
This is about critically evaluating information and using it to make rational judgements and decisions.
Inclusive Collaboration
This is about fostering team cohesion, appreciating others' efforts and actively seeking their input.
Integrity
This is about always upholding ethical standards and being trusted to do the right thing.
Applying Expertise & Technology
This is about being proficient in applying relevant knowledge to the job and effectively applying relevant technology to complete their job well.
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When preparing for our assessments you should consider your own strengths and motivations, and how these compare with what we look for at KPMG.