Frequently asked questions

1. How many people work for Experian QAS?
2. When can I apply? And when do graduates start at Experian QAS?
3. Do you offer placements to students?
4. How can I apply?
5. What is the interview procedure?
6. What is our application process?
7. What do I need to be successful in the interview process?
8. Learning and Development
9. Can I work in any office?
10. Do you pay travel expenses?
11. I don't know anything about Clapham. What is it like?
12. Do you accept applications from people who need a work permit?
13. What types of things do Experian QAS people do after work?
14. Other benefits?
15. Is there any help finding accommodation?

1. How many people work for Experian QAS?

We currently employ approximately 500 people worldwide. Most people are based at our Head Office in London.

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2. When can I apply? And when do graduates start at Experian QAS?

We recruit graduates throughout the year. Numbers of vacancies may vary, depending on current business needs. Please refer to our current opportunities page for details of all vacancies.

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3. Do you offer placements to students?

Due to the success of last year's scheme, we have decided to expand across other business areas. We offer our placement employees a high level of support, as well as a competitive salary and generous benefits package. To find out more about departments currently recruiting, click here.

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4. How can I apply?

You can apply on-line now.

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5. What is the interview procedure?

After you have sent us your details there may be a short delay before we contact you, as we receive a large number of applications and consider each one carefully. We regret that due to the volume of applications we can only respond to those who meet our specific requirements.

The first step in your application will be a telephone interview with a line manager or one of our recruitment team, which is a good opportunity to discuss your experience and to find out more about us.

At interview we encourage applicants to spend time with a range of people, from managers to team members, and look round our offices. At final interview nearly all candidates meet a Director.

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6. What is our application process?

Going to your first interview can be a daunting prospect. Here you can find out simple ways for both parties to get the most out of the process. At Experian QAS, we expect you to come to any interview prepared - for example we may ask you about your general company knowledge and expect you to have an idea of our unique company culture. We like our employees to be curious, passionate and responsible, but above all, we ask you to be yourself.

To find out more about the process and what can be expected click here.

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7. What do I need to be successful in the interview process?

Be yourself! We do recommend that you also dress professionally and peruse our website before attending. Take a look at apply now to find out more about our selection process or read our section on 'how to make the most of my application'.

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8. Learning and Development

See our section on training in career development.

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9. Can I work in any office?

All Technical, Business Support and most Sales roles are based in our London headquarters with some sales positions in our Manchester and Edinburgh offices.

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10. Do you pay travel expenses?

We reimburse reasonable travel expenses for candidates travelling from outside London. This should be discussed when the interview is organised, so we can advise you on suitable arrangements. We ask candidates to bring receipts to interview for reimbursement by cheque.

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11. I don't know anything about Clapham. What is it like?

Experian QAS has been based in Clapham since beginning trading in 1990 and is a few miles away from the West End and the City, while benefiting from great parkland and excellent restaurants and bars nearby. See www.myclapham.co.uk for more information about Clapham

It's a popular residential choice for professionals - however, unlike them, we don't have to commute into town in the morning

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12. Do you accept applications from people who need a work permit?

We regret that we currently can only accept applications for UK opportunities from those entitled to live and work in the UK.

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13. What types of things to Experian QAS people do after work?

There are various sports activities that people go to after work. There is the netball team who play in, squash is played Monday/Tuesday at Balham or Tooting squash courts. As we are so close to Clapham Common, there is always a Football or Frisbee game going on during the summer months. If you don't fancy anything sporty, then there are numerous bars and pubs in Clapham which are usually filled with Experian QAS people from 6-late.

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14. Other benefits?

There is a free weekly lunch at one of the local restaurant in Clapham. This give you a chance to not only have lunch with your team but also meet and interact with other people around the company who you might not work with on a daily basis.

If you fancy giving something back to the community there is a 'Reading Partners' club which has been set up so you can go and read to the children at a local primary school during one of your lunch times.

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15. Is there any help finding accommodation?

HR do offer some contacts to help you find accommodation. Many people rent shared houses/ apartments around Clapham and Wandsworth which is just walking distance away. For more information about relocating please read our online help document.

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