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Preparing for interview
When it comes to an interview, you can
never be too prepared.
Thorough research & effective preparation
is absolutely essential to guarantee
interview success.
Getting started
First things first, you need to know what to prepare
for. Aside from giving you an insight into the role
and organisation, good interview preparation will
also give you confidence.
Key things to cover:
● Research the company
● Read the job and person specification
thoroughly
● Find out what the interview format will be
● Know your CV
● Practice answers to commonly asked
questions
● Prepare questions to ask the interviewer
Research the company
Interviewers expect candidates to have a good
understanding of what their organisation does
– find out how big the company is, who their
customers are, and who their main competitors
are – as well as any recent developments or plans
within the company. Find out who your interviewer
will be and try finding them on the company
website and LinkedIn.
Read the job description
When it comes to interview preparation, the job
description is your best friend.
Not only will a thorough examination of the duties
and person specification help you to understand
more about what the role entails – it will also
help you to recognise exactly what the employer
is looking for. Then, you can tailor your answers
accordingly – coming up with examples that prove
you’re the best candidate for the role.
Figure out the format
Interviews can take a number of forms – from
telephone interviews to one-on-one and group
interviews, to position-specific tests, role plays,
and psychometric questionnaires. Each one will
require a different type of preparation. Often,
this will be explained when you’re invited to the
interview, but there’s no harm in asking for more
information if needed.
Know your CV
Make sure you know your CV inside out before the
interview, so that you can answer any questions
around dates, career history and qualifications
without hesitation.
Preparing for an Interview
Practice answers to commonly asked
questions
See our guide to commonly asked questions and
practice your answers. Make sure that you have
specific examples at the ready. Factual information
is always best. Rehearse out loud or ask a friend /
your Lloyd Recruitment Services Consultant to do a practice interview
with you.
Prepare questions to ask the interviewer
There is nothing worse than getting to the end of
the interview and going blank when asked if there
is anything else you’d like to know. Make sure that
you have 3 questions prepared to ask, so that if 1
or 2 are answered during the interview, you’ll still
have 1 on standby.
The day before the interview;
Although you should have the bulk of your
preparation done by now – there will still be last
minute things to do;
● Pick your outfit and try it on
● Make sure that you have the address and
check where the nearest car park is
● Do a trial run to check the journey time
● Put important information into a folder
(e.g. your CV, portfolio, certificates, or
any other examples of your work and/or
qualifications and your passport or driving
license)
● Read and review the research you’ve done
Sorting out all of the above in advance will mean
less stress on the day of the interview.
The day of the interview
By now, you should feel prepared.
All that’s left to do is get there on time, and put
your preparation to good use.
Plan to arrive at least 10 minutes before your
scheduled interview time – and if you’re going to
be late for any reason, make sure you telephone
your Consultant at Optima, who can notify the
company on your behalf.
Your Consultant is available at
any time to provide you with additional
advice and coaching before your interview.
Top tips for video interviews
First impressions count
A cliché but true: 33% of interviewers claimed to know whether they were going to hire someone in the first 90 seconds. This may not seem fair but is as true of video interviews (e.g. Zoom, Microsoft Teams etc.) as face-to-face.
There is much advice and guidance available on this topic but the key points to consider are around your initial presentation and impact.
Technical preparation
1. Connection and equipment
Make sure to test your connection (WiFi or ideally cable) beforehand: if at home or you have low bandwidth, ensure you have exclusive use of the connection and that others aren’t attempting to stream or download. Keep in mind that a borrowed interview room in the depths of your office won’t have a good mobile signal if you’re planning to use that. Also avoid using your phone as a WiFi hotspot for your laptop unless you are very confident of the signal.
Ensure your device is plugged in or fully charged: video calls are much more draining than many other uses.
Some video software works best on Chrome and not all works well on Safari (Apple).
With some you can inadvertently have the link open more than once and it may cause echo: close all other links and browsers!
Use a steady camera, ideally the one built into your laptop: if you have to use mobiles then rest smartphones or tablets on a flat surface or, ideally, in a holder. No employer is impressed by you holding a device in your hand and it looking like a recording of the ‘Blair Witch Project’.
Make sure audio and video is switched on and that you have “allowed” these in your browser, if asked. Test your audio and camera including reviewing position and background (see below).
Check that both sides know account and connection details: Skype can be especially problematic in this regard. If WhatsApp or Skype (rare but still used!) decide who is calling who if necessary. Agree a backup plan e.g. a mobile number, but don’t be tempted to give up on the video option. Telephone calls are not a substitute for a thorough virtual interview.
2. Close all apps
Close other programmes that may cause interruptions or distracting notifications such as Outlook, Facebook and Twitter. Not only can it throw you off, and use bandwidth, it can also appear unprofessional as it could be noticed by the interviewer that you’re constantly glancing away
3. Keep your account professional
With some video apps there may be account names or photos. The prospect of an interview with “kittenluvver123xxx” is hardly going to fill an employer with optimism. Perhaps stick to your name or initials to maintain professionalism. Also ensure the account doesn’t reveal unhelpful personal information or unprofessional photographs. Family pictures are fine if the agreed format is clearly using a personal medium e.g WhatsApp but again caution is advised.
4. Do a trial run
Practice in advance and perhaps a trial run with a friend. There are also great practice interview tools available on line and you can record and then review how you come across.
5. Rehearse screen sharing
Not everyone is familiar with this but it’s entirely possible you might wish to share documents or other information to go through. Ensure you know how to do so and, in particular, that the correct versions of the right documents (CV for example) are available and obvious when you click on “Share Screen”, rather than anything confidential or personal.
General preparation
6. Questions and answers
Consider your answers to likely interview questions and how to show your suitability for the consultancy role. Also have a few questions of your own, although nothing which could indicate a lack of preparation! Clear interest and enthusiasm is very important and are demonstrated by prep and great questions.
Remember the other person will see everything around you, so keep distractions and clutter to a minimum and keep it professional. A plain background is best. Where possible use the preview screen option to check what the scene looks like. Don’t look down into the camera: it’s a very unflattering angle and for the other person peering up your nostrils and past your head to the ceiling or light fixture isn’t great. They will be unimpressed by a cameo appearance by the dog (or anyone else for that matter) or a pile of dirty laundry in the background. A glass of water in front of you might be wise, but a chipped Superman mug less so. Ensure you are in a quiet place where you won’t be disturbed.
Be very careful with lighting: don’t sit with your back to a window. Good lighting is very important: you need to be seen (literally “in a good light”!) and you need to look good.
8. Double check arrangements
With video especially useful for long distance and cross border interviewing check time zones. People often state “GMT” when they actually mean British Summer Time (BST) so best to check. Also don’t be late! Best to arrive one or two minutes early, not least to allow time for sorting out last minute technology glitches, but probably not 5-10 minutes early. Ensure you have allocated enough time: while video interviews are often shorter and you might have in mind a quick chat you could find it taking a lot longer so if in doubt agree the time window clearly beforehand.
During the interview
9. Dress to impress
Although you may be at home, it’s not an excuse to remain in your pyjamas. Dress as you would in a face-to-face interview unless agreed otherwise. Including your bottom half…. Check it works on screen as some colours and patterns render badly and can be distracting.
10. Be conscious of body language
Take care with posture and body language (e.g. avoid arms folded across chest): this is easy to get wrong on video calls. Remember to act exactly as you would if you were sitting in the same room as the interviewer or candidate.
Also don’t rock in your seat or lean forwards when you speak: easily done but not a good look with a wide-angle lens.
11. Know where to look
Maintaining eye-contact is more difficult over video but look into the camera, not just at the screen. It is one of the key adjustments that are required for this medium and makes a huge difference to engagement. There is a particular problem with some Apple kit which has the camera on the side rather than above the screen which makes it look as if you’re very distracted by something off to one side!
12. Be concise
Avoid lengthy answers, as it can be more difficult in a video interview for the interviewer to politely interject if you’re drifting off the question. Keep to the point. Similarly, beware of over-explaining why you left your last job or want to move: keep it brief unless the interviewer wants a deep delve.
13. Consider a cheat sheet
Keep in mind the point above regarding distractions, but remember that unlike a face-to-face interview, a video interview offers more opportunity to use notes, your CV, the job spec or other prompts if you feel they are helpful. These could be printed off or on screen. Make sure however not to give the impression of reading from a script. Reading from a CV is a bad idea in all interview formats and is more obvious than you think in video interview. Don’t use the keyboard: you might think it is sensible to take notes, but the other person might think you are replying to emails.
Etiquette after the interview
A video meeting invitation may include the interviewer’s email address. While not essential, it is generally considered a good idea to thank them for their time and make clear your continued interest, in a warm message. Proper grammar, no typos! This applies whether the meeting was a result of direct contact or via an agency. Don’t expect a reply and don’t be concerned by a lack of response.
By following these handy tips, you can ensure you are well-prepared for your video interview, hopefully settling those nerves, and increase your chances of finding the perfect candidate or being offered the management consultancy job of your dreams!
CV Preparation
When writing your CV it is important to dedicate time to ensure it portrays your qualities in the best possible light. Your CV could be the first point of contact with a prospective employer and so it needs to convince the reader that you are the best candidate for the position, and that you have what it takes to be successful within the role you are applying for.
Please find below a few points to consider when writing your CV:
- Your CV should be clear and easy to read, so avoid using decorative fonts/styles etc.
- Ensure you provide full details of your education and professional qualifications including dates, grades and subjects.
- List all the software and IT systems you have had exposure to. Recent and relevant systems' experience is very important in today's market.
- Highlight any languages that you speak and to what level i.e. fluent or intermediate.
- Be concise when detailing your experience, but be sure to highlight all your key responsibilities. For example, if you work in Telesales then include: how many calls you make per day if you work to set targets then give monthly/annual figures, etc.
- Do not be afraid to sell your skills and experience and highlight any achievements in your career. These achievements will ensure you stand out against other candidates.
- Ensure you clearly explain any gaps in your employment.
- Be truthful with dates, facts and figures as these will be checked by employers and recruitment consultants alike.
- Ensure you check the spelling and grammar on your CV.
- Tailor your CV to each role you apply for as some skills and experience may not be relevant for certain positions.
- Ensure you have details of at least two referees who can provide you with good employment references. If this is your first role, use University/College lecturers. Potential employers will always check these references during the interview process.
Career advice:
50 Most Common Interview Questions & How to Answer them…
You never know exactly what an interviewer will ask you, but that doesn't mean you can't research and prepare your answers, ready for whatever they throw at you. A knowledgeable answer to a common interview question can make all the difference and get you into the next round.
What are the Most Common Interview Questions?
Here are the types of common interview questions that we'll cover:
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1.Basic Interview Questions
2.Background & Experience Questions
3.Getting Started Questions
4.Strengths and Weaknesses Questions
5.Career Development Questions
6.Company Fit Questions
7.Behavioural Questions
8.Company-related Questions
9.Hobbies and Interests Questions
10.Leadership Questions
Basic Interview Questions
Strengths and weaknesses in a job interview
1. Why do you want to leave your current company?
Try not to be too negative here. Instead focus on the future - you may want new challenges, a new location or new promotion opportunities, for example.
Related: How to Explain Your Reasons for Leaving a Job
2. Why are you looking for a new job?
This doesn't need to be negative. Focus on positive reasons for changing job - the desire to face new challenges or a better fit of company culture.
3. How did you hear about this position?
Be honest and positive. Did you have to hunt to find the vacancy? Did you choose the company specifically? If you found it in a general search, what made you choose this opportunity over the others?
4. Why should we hire you?
This is a very broad question so avoid the obvious like basic skills, and think of something you can offer that other candidates cannot - uncommon transferable skills or extremely high passion for a project, for example.
5. What can you offer us that someone else can not?
This can be difficult but it's so important to have an answer ready. Try to think of experiences and transferable skills you have gained in an unusual or unique way. Steer clear of generic answers like passion and enthusiasm - these should be taken as given anyway.
6. How do you handle pressure?
Pressure is a challenge by definition, so it's fine not to shrug this one off completely. Instead, talk about a past experience under pressure and how you dealt with the psychological effects while getting the job done efficiently.
7. What are your salary requirements?
Don't say what you currently earn. Instead, suggest a fair salary and benefits package. You can research salaries on Glassdoor before the interview to give you some pointers.
8. What questions haven't I asked you?
This is your chance to bring up any stock answers you haven't been able to use. Choose carefully and deliver a prepared question and answer that you know portray you in a really good light - it could be any of these 50 most common interview questions, or something original.
9. What questions do you have for me?
You know you will be asked this, so have something prepared. You could ask about the company culture, what it takes to perform well in the job, or ask about a specific campaign or objective you know the company is working on. Be interested and engaged, and leave the interviewer with a positive impression of how much you want the job.
Background & Experience Interview Questions
Example CV with laptop
10. Discuss your CV.
Pick out the strongest positives or explain any unusual attributes, for example if you have changed job a lot of times in recent years.
11. Discuss your educational background.
Talk about your qualifications and other skills in the context of the role you are applying for. The point is not what certificates you have, but how the knowledge you hold prepares you to excel in the job you want.
12. Describe yourself.
This is not a request for your entire life story. Instead, choose 2-3 professional attributes you want to describe in detail, and keep it concise and relevant.
13. Why was there a gap in your employment between [insert date] and [insert date]?
You might feel awkward answering this one, depending on the reason, but try to set that aside. Employers have a right to know why you took a career break and will often be more understanding about it than you expect.
Getting Started Interview Questions
New Colleague
14. What would you look to accomplish in the first 30 days/60 days/90 days on the job?
Have a 30/60/90-day plan ready. Remember this effectively adds up to three 30-day plans, so set some long-term goals but also some shorter targets for month one, two and three.
15. Are you willing to relocate?
Be careful with this question. It's possible the company might ask you to relocate to a different branch office in the future - so if that's a dealbreaker for you, say so now.
16. Are you willing to travel?
This is little more than a yes/no answer, and maybe aspects like distance, whether you can be away overnight, international travel and so on. Be honest - you don't want to end up in a job where your expectations are severely mismatched.
17. What's your availability?
This is a basic admin question and there's no point trying to game it. If you need to give notice at your current job, be honest about your earliest available start date. Similarly if you can't work evenings, weekends or holidays, say so, or you could end up in a job where you can't meet the minimum expectations.
Strengths and Weaknesses Questions
Woman ready for her interview after reviewing common interview questions.
18. What are your strengths?
This is a common question and a great opportunity to give several clear and concise personal and professional strengths. Be specific, avoid cliches and generic answers, and make them count - three good strengths are better than five mediocre ones.
19. What are your weaknesses?
Don't ignore the value in this question. Employers want workers who are self-aware and willing to improve, so identify genuine weaknesses that are not insurmountable, and explain what you are already doing to overcome them.
20. What was your biggest failure?
Don't be negative here. Be honest, but focus on how you reacted and recovered, and long-term lessons you learned as a result.
21. What are three things your former manager would like you to improve on?
It's common to prepare one 'weakness' answer, but be ready with several just in case. Make sure they are all things you can improve on (and hopefully already are doing).
22. If I called your boss right now and asked them what is an area that you could improve on, what would they say?
It's OK to have areas for improvement - the important thing here is to be self-aware and actively working to get better. Obviously, avoid choosing anything that would be really detrimental to the job you're applying for.
23. What were your bosses' strengths/weaknesses?
This shows you have learned from your previous managers, for better or for worse. Think of something balanced - perhaps your past bosses did not communicate enough, or spent too much time on talk and not enough on action, and you have learned to communicate effectively and efficiently as a result.
Career Development Questions
Top 10 Toughest Interview Questions
24. Where do you see yourself in five years? Ten years?
It's OK to be ambitious with this one, as long as it's realistic. For example, in an entry-level interview, you might see yourself leading a small to medium-sized team in five years' time. For management roles, you might aim to be a department head in ten years.
25. What is your dream job?
This should be relevant to the position you are applying for, but it doesn't have to be the exact role. Instead, think about your future career growth and how your prospective employer could help you to reach that dream job someday.
26. What are your career goals?
It's good to have goals, so make sure you have an answer for this question. Equally, try to avoid implying that your next career goal is to work for a different company or that you expect rapid promotion - be more general about your desire to gain experience and learn from your managers.
27. Who's your mentor?
This is another question where the one-word answer is not the point. You can choose anyone from family, friends, colleagues, even celebrities - just have a good explanation for how they inspire you to work well and be better.
Company Fit Questions
Tell us why we should hire you?
28. What motivates you?
An honest answer is good here, but try to avoid just saying money. If you can think of something relevant to the role, that's great - for example, you might say you like a fast-paced environment and innovation if you are applying to work with a start-up company.
29. What gets you up in the morning?
Resist the obvious double espresso line here. Instead, take the opportunity to express yourself as an engaged and enthusiastic employee. Nobody leaps out of bed every day without fail, but genuine excitement for the job can keep you going through times both good and bad.
30. Would you work holidays/weekends?
Be honest here. Some jobs will expect you to work weekends and holidays, whereas in other roles this would be unusual. If you're unavailable due to other commitments, do say so.
31. Would you work 40+ hours a week?
It's not enough to simply say 'yes' to this question. Be honest about your availability or willingness to work frequent overtime, and be positive about your ability to get the job done on schedule.
32. What are your co-worker pet peeves?
Steer clear of minor annoyances and think of poor discipline from co-workers that makes it hard to get the job done - lateness, unexplained absence and a lack of effort all work well as answers here.
33. What makes you uncomfortable?
It goes without saying that you should avoid naming skills specific to the role you are interviewing for. Instead, be more general and mention something that you know you can overcome with experience.
34. What do you like the most and least about working in this industry?
This is not an invitation to rant. Give a balanced answer including both positives and negatives. Interviewers are looking for authenticity and experience, both good and bad.
Behavioural Questions
Recruitment team on a job interview with a candidate.
35. Tell me about an accomplishment you are most proud of.
Don't waste this question - it's a chance to be positive about your past achievements, ideally by choosing something relevant to the role you are applying for today.
36. Tell me about a time you made a mistake.
Mistakes and failures are a chance to turn a negative into a positive, so focus on how you reacted to an error and made the effort to put things right.
37. Tell me how you handled a difficult situation.
Give a complete answer with a positive outcome. The STAR method is a great way to approach this kind of question, and well worth learning as a general interview technique.
38. Give a time when you went above and beyond the requirements for a project.
This is a good chance to be positive about yourself. Try to keep it within reasonable expectations - for example, a time when you took on more delegated duties than normal and handled them well.
39. Tell me about a time when you disagreed with your boss.
A difference of opinion does not mean one person was right and the other was wrong - it could be more nuanced than that. Try to avoid sliding into a rant here, but give a constructive answer and an example of how you resolved the situation for the better.
40. How would you deal with an angry or irate customer?
Ideally, you will have past experience of this. If not, focus on clear communications, rapid resolution and escalating the issue if necessary - and don't just give the customer whatever they want.
Company-related Questions
Businesswomen are meeting and interviewing in the company office
41. Why are you interested in working for [insert company name here]?
Try to think like an employer, not an employee. Align your interests with those of the company and any goals you know they are working towards - don't just say you heard the money is good or the workload is light!
42. What is the name of our CEO?
This is a simple question, so be ready with the correct answer. The interviewer just wants to know you've done your research - so don't let them down!
43. Who are our competitors?
This is a basic research question. Always know the direct rivals of any company you apply to work with and be ready to say why you have chosen this opportunity and not a vacancy with a competitor.
Hobbies and Interests Questions
Web designer developing responsive website layout
44. What are your hobbies?
Choose something positive and relatable, such as sports, cooking, walking in nature etc. Charity work is admirable too, if you volunteer any of your time for good causes.
45. What was the last book you read for fun?
You don't have to be literally honest here. Think of something relevant to the role or that the interviewer is likely to have heard of, and make sure you know it well in case they have read it too and ask you anything specific.
46. What is your favourite website?
The real question here is why - do you like to stay informed, or stay connected with others? Remember social networks are websites too, so can be a useful answer for communications, media and marketing roles.
Leadership Questions
Presenting to New Employees
47. What would your direct reports say about you?
If you've had employees directly under your management, this is your chance to give an example of when you did well, or when you learned and improved from their feedback.
48. Are you a leader or a follower?
Most people are a combination of both, and that's useful for companies, who might want you to follow instructions well when necessary, but also be ready to take the initiative or push for promotion.
49. What are some of your leadership experiences?
You don't need management experience to have leadership experience. For entry-level roles, think of an example of when you worked in a team but took on a leadership role, to show you are not always the quiet one.
Related
Common Leadership Interview Questions & How To Answer
50. How would you fire someone?
Go beyond basic company policy like "do it in private". A broad answer is good here, including any earlier steps you might take to avoid firing the person at all, followed by how you would handle it if there was no alternative.
Timesheets
Pensions and Automatic Enrolment
To help people save more for their retirement, the government requires employers to enrol their workers into a workplace pension scheme. We have chosen NEST as our workplace pension scheme provider. Auto-enrolment scheme was introduced to all eligible workers between 2012 and 2018.
NEST is a straightforward pension scheme that gives you one retirement pot for life.
Q. Am I going to be automatically enrolled?
You will be automatically enrolled into NEST after 12 weeks if you:
- Earn more than £10,000 a year (£192 per pay period)
- Are aged 22 or over; and
- Are under state pension age
- Are working in the UK
If you don’t meet the criteria, but do meet them at a later date, we’ll automatically enrol you then.
Q. How much do I have to Pay?
A deduction of 5% will be taken from your pay each week that you work, Lloyd Recruitment also contribute of 3%. Therefore, each week you work you receive 8% contribution into your pension pot. You will normally receive tax relief on these contributions.
Q. How does my contribution get to NEST?
You will make weekly contributions from your pay; Lloyd Recruitment pay this deduction direct to NEST on your behalf along with their statutory contribution.
Q. Can I join even if I won’t be automatically enrolled?
Yes. If you wish to enrol earlier than 12 week you must email us to accounts@lloydrecruitment.co.uk and make this request. Your request must include the phrase “I confirm I personally submitted this notice to join a workplace pension scheme”
Q. What happens next?
Once you’re a member of NEST you’ll receive a starter pack from NEST this will prove details of how to login to your account. You will also be given the right to opt out of the scheme.
Q. Where can I find out more information?
You can get more information about automatic enrolment at www.nestpensions.org.uk
Email support@nestpensions.org.uk or telephone member enquiries on 0300 020 0090
NEST
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You can also get more information about automatic enrolment www.gov.uk/workplacepensions
Holiday Entitlement
Under the European Working Time Directive, all our PAYE workers are entitled to accrue holiday pay for up to 28 days per annum, which Lloyd Recruitment Services will manage for you.
Q. When do I start accruing holiday?
With effect from the first day you work through Lloyd Recruitment
Q. How will my holiday pay be calculated?
When you take accrued holiday, your holiday will be paid at a daily rate. This rate will be the average gross earnings paid over the previous 52 weeks (or the actual number of weeks if less than 52) that you have worked
Q. How much holiday am I entitled to?
You are entitled to 28 days leave per year, pro rate. This includes bank holidays.
Q. What happens if I do not take all of my holiday?
In the interests of your own well-being, you must ensure that all holiday to which you are entitled is taken in the relevant holiday year unless you stop temping for us before then. You will not, be entitled to carryforward holiday entitlement from one holiday year to the next. Our holiday year runs from 1st January to 31st December.
Q. What should I do if I want to take holiday?
You should contact your consultant who will arrange for your holiday to be approved. Please make sure that you give us a least 2 weeks’ notice of any holiday request because we will need to cover your holiday and inform all relevant parties. Bank holidays are automatically paid unless you request in advance not to receive payment for these.
Q. What if I do not want to take my holiday entitlement – can I still be paid for this?
In no circumstance will pay in lieu of any accrued but untaken holiday be made, other that if you cease providing services via Lloyd Recruitment before the end of the holiday year. Lloyd Recruitment’s policy in this regard is designed for your own well-being and to encourage you to take well-deserved holiday during the year.
Q. What will happen to my holiday entitlement if I stop temping for Lloyd?
Should you stop working for Lloyd Recruitment before the end of the holiday year, you will be paid in lieu of any holiday accrued but untaken holiday for that holiday year on a pro-rata basis. Once you have handed in your notice, you must request all outstanding holiday to be paid so that we can process the payment.
Starter Checklist
Temping with Lloyd Recruitment Services
Being a temporary worker can provide a rewarding and varied career, offering great flexibility and the chance to work on new and changing projects. Whatever your motivation, with Lloyd Recruitment Services you are in good hands!
Before the Assignment begins:
ID and Eligibility to work in the UK
You must show us a valid Passport or Birth Certificate and be sure to check your relevant Visa requirements to work in the UK prior to registration. We are required to check eligibility and keep a copy of your Visa (if applicable) on file.
P45 / P46
Before starting an assignment, you will need to give us your most recent P45. If you have not received this from your previous employer before the assignment commences, we will provide a P46 to be completed. You will be paid into your bank account so you will need to provide us with your bank details and therefore, a BACS form will need to be completed this will be sent electronically to you.
Timesheets
In order to get paid on time, you need to complete and submit your timesheets in our online portal, by lunchtime on a Monday. Your login details will have been provided to you via email.
Getting Paid
You will be paid a week in arrears into your selected bank account every Thursday. Payslips will be e-mailed to you every Tuesday you will need your NI number to open the zipped file.
Paid Annual Leave
Entitlement under the Working Time Regulations, you are entitled to 28 days (including Bank Holidays) paid leave each year if you work continuously during the year. Your entitlement to paid leave accrues in proportion to the amount of time worked on assignment during the leave year which runs from the 1st of January to 31st December. Holiday must be used and will not be carried over into the following year.
Requesting Holiday
Please provide any pre-booked holiday dates at the start of the assignment. However we do appreciate that at times this may not be possible. Please do provide us as much notice as you can.
Reporting Sickness / Timekeeping
If you are absent from work due to sickness or injury the following rules apply: Whenever possible, preferably you, or someone on your behalf, must notify Lloyd Recruitment at least 30 minutes prior to the commencement of your assignment on that day, or as soon as possible, to explain your absence or delay.
You must state the reason for absence and call / keep in touch until you feel well enough to return to your assignment.
Repeated or prolonged absences of any kind may result in termination of the assignment.
Your notice period
If you are in a long-term assignment, a minimum of one week’s notice period must be given prior to finishing.
And finally, please…
During working hours, please do not use mobile phones, make personal calls or send text messages (unless permission has been gained from your Line Manager). Mobiles must be switched off or placed on silent mode whilst working.
Do not misuse email or internet facilities for personal use.
Your consultant will confirm the required dress code needed whilst in your assignment. Please do adhere to this.
If you require any further information please get in touch with you consultant (link here)
