Our hiring process

When completing the online assessments, you need to maintain a high level of concentration for a short space of time. Make sure you are in a place where you can focus. If you need to pause or take a break, that’s ok; they are not time-bound. However, you must complete them within five days - or fewer if you apply just before our application deadline. Remember you have to submit your application form, complete the online assessments and video interview before the deadline.

The more prepared you are, the more relaxed you’ll feel on the day, and the stronger you’ll come across to our assessors. We want to see you at your best. When you arrive at the office, be present. Take it all in. Be positive about the role, the opportunity and the possibility of working at Fidelity. Our strengths-based selection process focuses on what you enjoy doing (rather than what you can already do) so show this positivity and passion on the day. The day will also include an interview, so make sure you have thought about some strong examples of your experiences - whether academic, professional or personal.

Although it's a group exercise, we will assess you as an individual. Get involved and play your part in the discussion from the outset - we want to see how you articulate your ideas in a team setting. You don't have to be the loudest person in the room; we want people who look for shared success. Also, don’t forget to manage your time. We’ll want to see the group come to a conclusion, final decision or outcome. Keep an eye on the clock and provide regular updates to ensure you complete the exercise within the allocated time.

Case studies are an opportunity for us to understand your thought-processes and problem-solving skills. With a relatively short amount of time on your side, you will be asked to read, digest and summarise a large amount of information, before making your recommendations. Make sure to structure your response, starting with headlines of your key findings and then drawing us into the detail that supports your rationale. While we may have a model answer for reference, don't be intimidated by this - we are looking for your unique perspective on the problem. In addition, if you need to make a decision based on the details of the case study, make one At Fidelity, you need to be comfortable taking calculated risks.