- Can I send my CV in case a relevant job comes up?
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At this time we only accept applications (via the website) for open vacancies, which are advertised on the website. However you can register your search criteria and when a new position becomes available, that meets your criteria, you will be sent an email alert.
- What can I do if I am unable to apply online?
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If you have any technical difficulties, medical or other specific requirements that prevent you from completing an application online, then please contact us.
- When will I hear from you?
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You will receive an electronic acknowledgement when you apply and if you are selected for interview we will contact you directly by email or telephone. If you do not receive an acknowledgement, please check your spam email, as depending on your email settings, it may have gone there.
- Will I receive feedback on my application?
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Unfortunately, due to the high number of applications it will not be practically possible to provide feedback to all applicants.
- If I am called for interview how should I prepare?
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Ensure that you have read that part of the website on the Hitachi business you wish to join and be prepared for a competency based interview.
- What is the typical recruitment and selection process?
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First round
You will be given a skills-based interview with a suitable Line Manager or a member of the HR Team. Lasting about an hour, this part of the process will be about your functional skills for the job and teamworking skills, among other things.
Psychometric Testing
Dependant and in accordance with the skills and attributes required for each role. You might be asked to complete on-line numerical and verbal ability tests and/or a personality questionnaire. This information can help match candidates to roles. You will be able to get feedback on any psychometric tests that you complete at the end of the selection process.
Second round
This is an interview with a member of the HR team or the Line Manager (depending on who met you at the first interview) and often a more senior manager. It will look at your behavioural competencies and long-term career aspirations, as well as your understanding of the Hitachi business you wish to join.
- What opportunities are there for career progression?
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Given the size and diversity of our business, there will be many opportunities to develop your career.
- Are there any international opportunities?
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Given that Hitachi is a global company, many roles involve international travel throughout Europe and often to Japan. Opportunities to work in other parts of the world can arise from time-to-time and will depend on your skills and motivation. Relocation within Europe is in accordance with business need and depends on your language skills.
- Where can I find out about jobs in other Hitachi Companies?
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Many Hitachi companies will use this site to advertise their vacancies. However, if the particular Hitachi company you want to work for is not advertising vacancies on this site, then you can contact them direct via their own local website or via our global site.
- Can I transfer between Hitachi Companies?
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You can apply for and successfully transfer between Hitachi companies but you may not be able to keep your continued service as many Hitachi companies operate independently.
- What is the culture like at Hitachi?
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Hitachi is a Japanese company and one of the largest corporations in the world (ranked 26 on Fortune 500). The culture is influenced by both of these factors and there is a very large, multi-cultural and diverse workforce.
The types of people who thrive in our organisation are professional, flexible, positive, motivated, sensitive to working with people from other cultures and tenacious.
- What are the typical terms and conditions of employment at Hitachi?
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This will depend on which Hitachi business you are applying to, but generally speaking Hitachi terms and conditions are very competitive. Specific terms for each job will be advertised separately.
- Do you offer relocation expenses?
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Some roles may offer a relocation package to help you move nearer to where you job is based. This may take the form of help with temporary accommodation and removals of your personal effects, or a full relocation including solicitor’s fees and stamp duty. Any offer of relocation would be detailed at the time of a job offer.
- Would you apply for a work permit on my behalf?
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Usually we will fill roles with candidates who are nationals of countries inside the EEA. However, we may very occasionally apply for a work permit for an individual, if we are unable to find a suitable candidate.
- Will you pay my expenses when I come for interview?
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It will be depend on the Hitachi company you are applying to. Please check when you are invited for interview.
- I have applied previously and been unsuccessful, can I apply again?
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Yes.
- Does Hitachi support study for external qualifications?
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It depends on the Hitachi company and the role but, in principle, Hitachi does support study for professional qualifications if they are relevant to a role.
