I applied online. The process took 4 weeks. I interviewed at UK Sport
Interview
There was a brief phone screening before being invited to interview with a five person panel, despite initially being told there would only be two interviewers. I diligently prepared tasks and a presentation requiring significant time and effort on my part.
Unfortunately, I was unsuccessful. The feedback showed disconnect to my presented work - the panel suggested additional statistical analyses that were already included in my presentation. The regressions demonstrated no significant or reliable trends, however the panel believed regressions were key. It was difficult to have diligent work overlooked, and there were several instances where I was advised to include aspects already featured.
Overall, this was a poor experience.
I applied online. The process took 2 weeks. I interviewed at UK Sport in Nov 2022
Interview
Single online competency based interview conducted over Microsoft Teams with line manager for role and two HR representatives. No task or presentation was required. Completed within about two weeks of application deadline
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Asked to name the Nolan Principles for standards in public life
Face-to-face. Applied online and went through internal HR and interview with heads of departments.
Had an initial call. Then went to their office for the interview.
They were good enough to call to give me feedback after the process.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
What could you bring to the company?
What do you look for in a boss?
Future career?
What did you like about the job?