Recruiting in Europe and the UK: the guide
UK application windows, rolling hiring in continental Europe, local-language interviews, written and group cases, and typical European case themes.
Facts checked against sources onWhat strong candidates can do
- Know the UK application windows and continental Europe's rolling hiring
- Prepare for local-language interviews, written cases, and group cases
- Practice typical European case themes
Common questions
What does the guide to recruiting in Europe and the UK cover?
It covers UK application windows, rolling hiring in continental Europe, local-language interviews, written and group cases, and typical European case themes.
When do firms hire in Europe and the UK?
It depends on the firm, the office, and whether you are a student or an experienced hire, and dates change from year to year. The lessons listed below explain the usual pattern in Europe and the UK and where to check each firm's current dates.
What is different about interviews in Europe and the UK?
Some offices interview partly in the local language, and written and group cases are more common. UK firms tend to use fixed application windows, while continental Europe often hires on a rolling basis.
In the full guide
- How and when European firms hireUK timelines, rolling hiring, language, formats, and the firms that matter.
- Work permits, case themes, and preparationWork permits in general terms, typical European case themes, and a preparation list.
Then practise on cases set in the region: Practice cases: Europe and UK
The full lessons, worked examples, drills and a case simulator with automated feedback are in the platform. Open the full lessons: Recruiting in Europe and the UK or try the case simulator. No sign-up is needed to start.
Build your plan for Europe and the UK
Your plan uses this region's recruiting season and case formats, counted down to your interview date.