Prepare for Bank of Ireland Assessments

This PrepPack™ offers AON style Aspects and Elements numerical, verbal and logical tests, tutorials and guides.

Bank of Ireland's recruitment process consists of at least three stages but depending on the role you are targeting can be up to four stages. All positions require their candidates to complete at least a numerical and a verbal reasoning test after submitting their CVs. Further types of aptitude tests include logical reasoning and spatial awareness tests. Upon successful completion of this stage, applicants are invited to a competency-based interview. Additional kinds of assessments involve case studies and assessment days. 

Please note, applicants for Bank of Ireland Graduate scheme enter a slightly different application process in which they first complete online aptitude tests, then pass a video interview and finally, attend the assessment centre day. 

Continue below and see how we can help you prepare for each stage of the recruitment process.

The most common types of online aptitude tests you will encounter in Bank of Ireland’s hiring process are numerical, verbal reasoning, and logical reasoning tests. Improve your chances of excelling in the assessment stage by utilising the required practice tests.

The numerical reasoning test examines how well you work with numerical data. The multiple-choice questions require you to analyse charts, graphs, and tables, and to perform calculations based on the information presented. In the calculations, you will be asked to compute percentages, ratios, and inflation changes. 

In the verbal reasoning test, you will demonstrate your ability to comprehend and evaluate passages of text. Each paragraph is followed by a question which you must answer based on the information presented. In some cases, you will be asked to evaluate whether a statement is true, false, or indeterminable based on the text.

The logical and inductive reasoning test is designed to examine your logical and analytical skills. You will likely encounter a sequence of shapes and patterns, in which you must identify the next item in the sequence presented. 

The initial step of the recruitment process is to submit an application. Each position has different requirements, so make sure to review them before applying. Remember to research the company and your desired position because it can offer you keywords to include in your CV and in your interview responses.

The most common type of interview used by Bank of Ireland is the competency-based interview, which aims to select candidates who reflect the qualities required for each position. The structure of the competency-based interview and the nature of the questions will depend on the position you are targeting. Come prepared with a thorough knowledge of the company and your desired position. Before the interview, think of past experiences to talk about in which you displayed competencies valued by the company. A candidate is expected to be consumer-oriented and to demonstrate teamwork, problem-solving abilities, leadership and initiative. For the end of the interview, prepare questions on your own that demonstrate your interest and understanding of the position and the company.

You might encounter the following questions: 

• What were your annual goals at your most current employer?
• Tell me about a difficult experience you had in working.
• What are three positive things your last boss would say about you?
• Why did you decide to pursue this career?
• What was the most stressful situation you have faced?

Our Bank of Ireland preparation pack for managers includes interview materials, in addition to online practice tests.

In addition to competency-based interviews, some positions require phone or video interviews as well. For instance, if you are applying to Bank of Ireland’s Graduate Programme, you will be expected to participate in a video interview. Questions will mainly target your abilities regarding problem-solving, teamwork and collaboration, and customer orientation. If you were to apply for a consultant position, you would likely be invited to a brief phone interview, which would focus on your communication skills regarding customers. Read on to gain an in-depth understanding of the interview types required by each position.

- What was the most important task you ever had?
- Tell me about your proudest achievement.
- Give some examples of teamwork.
- Describe a situation in which you had to collect information.
- What negative thing would your last boss say about you?

- What do you feel is the best educational preparation for this career?
- How well did your college experience prepare you for this job?
- What are three positive character traits you don't have?
- Do you prefer to work in a small, medium or large company?
- When were you most satisfied in your job??

Our Bank of Ireland preparation pack for managers includes interview materials, in addition to online practice tests.

In general, Bank of Ireland employs assessment centre days for graduate recruitment, however, it is not unprecedented to encounter it in other hiring processes. Bank of Ireland Assessment Centre Day lasts approximately three hours. It is a complex assessment method in which you can encounter an aptitude test, a case study, teamwork, individual work and competency-based interview. It is crucial you will be mentally prepared to demonstrate your abilities to the best of your knowledge as this is the final step of Bank of Ireland application process. Start practising now and come prepared for all assessments. 

We are dedicated to offering high-quality services to prepare you for your upcoming online aptitude tests and interviews. Start practising now with our numerical, verbal, and logical reasoning tests and improve your chances of being selected to work at Bank of Ireland.