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Since then we have developed into a global specialist professional recruitment group, operating in a diverse range of markets worldwide.  \nFor over 32 years, we’ve been helping talented professionals develop their careers, job move after job move. It’s a success story we’re proud of and one that’s built on the strength and passion of our people.  \nAs the business continues to expand, we operate with the same commitment to service and quality. Every candidate is treated as an individual with a focus on advising, consulting and helping you to succeed through the job screening process.  \nIt’s one of the reasons we’ve produced this comprehensive interview guide. We are committed to helping our candidates conduct successful interviews and therefore outshine the competition. Regardless of your level, this guide will help you to perfect your interview skills.  \nOur consultants often come from industry backgrounds and know what hiring managers want, so they’re also well placed to help you prepare for an interview. They take the time to listen to your career goals and match you with the right role.  \nIn addition, unlike the majority of our competition, we will put you forward for all suitable roles, regardless of which consultant you speak to. We also promise to never send your CV out without your permission.  \nWe hope you find this guide useful and invite you to get in touch if you would like to discuss your next career move. Our contact details are at the back of the guide.  \nToby Fowlston, CEO, Robert Walters Group  \nPrepare to be the best you  \n“We see it all the time – great candidates being passed over because they didn’t prepare for an interview properly. Even if you don’t have the full skill set you can still land the job by being well prepared and enthusiastic.”  \nHow to prepare The importance of preparation cannot be overstated. As well as boosting your confidence, it will help you to show the best you.  \nInterviewers frequently test a candidate’s preparation to see how enthusiastic they are about the role and the company. Thorough preparation demonstrates to them that you’re serious about the job.  \nFor a fairly straightforward interview you should allow halfa day’s preparation time, but for more senior roles which will require you to go deeper, it’s best to allocate a full day.  \nResearch  \nThe first thing to do is visit the company’s website and social channels. Make sure you read the home page, about us and services/products sections and note down the key points you learn about the company including its history, vision and mission.  \nThen move on to a web search of the company to find out if it’s been in the news lately. 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