Trust the processHere is a step-by-step selection process that
will help you ace that interview at Old Mutual.

Our hiring process

Our selection process may be extensive but we have added some of the frequently asked questions to make it easier for you. At Old Mutual you will have at least two interviews and if selected for the next round you will have to do some tests. After the test, Old Mutual will inform you if you got the job or not and make you an offer.
You want to stand out?
  • Do your research about Old Mutual
  • Identify your unique selling point and makes you a best fit
  • Prepare for the common interview questions and ask questions
  • Highlight how you managed a difficult task or client
Hiring Process
How to get that job

Go through the hiring process to put your mind at ease and to better prepare for what's about to come.

Interviews
  • We conduct a minimum of two interviews
  • The first interview is with HR and the line manager
  • The second interview is with the Head of Department

Interviews
STAR approach
  • Situation: explain the situation around the example. Be specific.
  • Task: explain the objective. What were you trying to achieve?
  • Activity: explain what YOU actually did & HOW.
  • Results: explain what the outcome/ benefit of your action was. What did you accomplish and what did you learn?
STAR approach
Psychometric tests
  • A combination of ability and Occupational Personality Questionnaire (OPQ) assessments.
  • Ability assessments are based on our competencies and the OPQ is a Personality assessment.
  • To access a trial assessment visit: www.shldirect.com

Psychometric tests
Vetting

We have a vetting process that consists of the following:

  • Reference checks
  • Credit checks
  • Criminal checks
  • Qualification checks
Vetting
Job offer

If you are successful, we make you an offer.

Job offer