The Candidate Journey
Application Process
Once you apply for an opportunity at Biocair, the journey towards an exciting new future begins. Depending on the role you have applied for, the process usually looks something like this:
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Apply for the opportunity
Our application process is simple. View our current vacancies and hit apply. If we don’t have any active roles which are of interest to you, simply hit “Connect” to stay in touch in the future.
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Acknowledgement
Every application will be acknowledged and an update sent to let you know where your application is in the process.
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Pre-screen and Interview
If your profile is a good match for the opportunity, we will reach out to invite you for a pre-screen call or to interview.
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Reflection
During this time we will consider all of the applicants we have seen for interview before deciding on next steps.
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Feedback
Every candidate who attends a pre-screen or interview with us will be provided with specific feedback and next steps.
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Offer
If you are the successful candidate and you accept our verbal offer, we will provide you with offer details in line with the country you've applied in as well as full benefits information.
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Pre-employment checks
Following acceptance of any offer with us, pre-employment checks will be carried out prior to your first day of employment with us.
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Join the team
Prior to joining us for your first day you will receive an induction schedule so that you know what to expect for the first few weeks along with details of your Buddy.
Preparing For Your Interview
1) Be yourself – We want to meet the real you, not a version you think we want to see. We welcome a diverse group of people from all places and walks of life, each of whom brings different viewpoints and abilities to the table. We believe that with a diverse mix of people, innovation flourishes. At Biocair we are committed to equality of opportunity for all and value diversity in our workforce. Please let us know when you confirm your attendance if you need us to make any special arrangements for your interview on account of a disability.
2) Be prepared – If we invite you to a virtual interview, find a quiet spot where you will be ensured privacy and no distractions and turn off your phone. Have a glass of water to hand and leave plenty of time to set up for your interview. Ensure that you can access the link and that the camera and microphone work. If we invite you to an in person interview, arrive with plenty of time to spare and find a quiet spot to wait until it is time to go in.
3) Research, research, research - Familiarise yourself with the job description for the opportunity and be prepared to discuss how your experience aligns with our requirements. Research our company to learn more about it and ensure that you have properly considered the salary as well as the job location and commute and that it is a viable option for you.
4) Bring real life examples of what you have done – Be honest and prepare examples of situations you have been in and what you have learned from them. A good framework to bear in mind is the STAR technique which stands for: Situation, Task, Action, Result. This means setting the scene (situation), describing what you wanted to achieve (task), communicating what you actually did (action), and then talking about the result. Stick to timelines for presentations and always have a backup copy in case of IT issues on the day. Give succinct answers and don’t go off on a tangent. If you are not clear on a question ask for clarification and take your time to pause and think before answering.
Good luck!
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92% of employees said that their business unit truly values the diversity of its employees
Biocair 2022 Employee Engagement Survey
Your Talent Acquisition Team
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Kathryn Raybould - Global Talent Acquisition Manager
Kathryn joined Biocair in September 2021 as the Global Recruitment Resourcer before being promoted to Talent Acquisition Specialist, EMEA in January 2022. In June 2023, Kathryn took over the role of Global Talent Acquisition Specialist for Biocair covering EMEA, North America and APAC before becoming Global Talent Acquisition Manager in April 2024.Prior to Biocair, Kathryn was part of the Leadership Consulting practice at Heidrick & Struggles and the Board & CEO Practice for global executive search firm Korn Ferry International based in London.
Kathryn lives in West Sussex with her husband and two children.
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Jemma Dinwoodie - Global Recruitment Resourcer
Jemma joined Biocair in August 2022 and supports the EMEA and US teams in the identification and approach of direct candidates.Prior to joining Biocair, Jemma worked for Office Angels. Whilst on furlough during the Covid pandemic, she was seconded for 4 months to Amazon to help with their EMEA recruitment. Her passion is relationship building and candidate care.
Jemma lives in Cambridge with her boyfriend, 2 cats and stepdaughter.
