Big 4 · ~4-5% acceptance rate

EY Interview Preparation

The purpose-driven Big 4 firm — "Building a better working world" with the most flexible culture

~100,000+ (UK)

Applications

~4-5%

Offer rate

£30,000-35,000 base

Graduate salary

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Application process

How to get into EY — step by step

Online Application

September. Rolling for most programmes.

EY uses strengths-based recruitment. Focus on what energises you and where you naturally excel.

Online Assessment

Immediately after application

Game-based and numerical assessments. EY's tests are strengths-focused.

HireVue Video Interview

1-2 weeks after assessment

Strengths-based questions. "What motivates you?" rather than "Tell me about a time..."

Assessment Centre

October-February

Group exercise, case study, partner interview. EY ACs focus on potential, not just experience.

Offer

1-2 weeks after AC

September start. Professional qualification funding from day one.

Interview questions

EY interview questions by round

Questions change at every stage. Know what to expect.

1Why EY?
2What does "building a better working world" mean to you?
3When do you perform at your best?
4What motivates you?
5Tell me about a time you went beyond expectations.

What they value

What EY looks for in candidates

Purpose alignment

EY's purpose is "building a better working world." Show you care about impact, not just career progression.

Strengths alignment

EY assesses natural strengths. Know what you're good at and what energises you.

Innovation mindset

EY invests heavily in technology and AI. Show awareness of how tech is transforming professional services.

Inclusive leadership

Diversity and inclusion are central. Show you value different perspectives.

Commercial awareness

Know EY's clients and the challenges they face — ESG, digital transformation, regulation.

Curiosity

EY values people who ask good questions and seek to understand deeply.

Compensation

EY salary & benefits

Graduate

~£30,000-35,000 base (London higher)

Intern

~£26,000 pro-rata

Perks & benefits

ACA/ACCA qualification fundingFlexible workingHealth insurance25 days holidayCycle to workGym discountStudy leaveEY Badges (digital credentials)

Culture & work style

What it's actually like to work at EY

Most purpose-driven Big 4 firm

45-55 hours/week (busy season higher)

Most flexible working of the Big 4

Strong technology and innovation focus

EY Parthenon (strategy consulting arm) is growing fast

Large diverse graduate cohort

Global mobility opportunities

EY Badges system for professional development

Insider tips

How to stand out at EY

EY's purpose is genuine — reference it meaningfully, not as a buzzword

Know EY Parthenon if interested in strategy consulting within the Big 4

EY is the most flexible Big 4 firm for working arrangements. Value this.

EY Badges (digital credentials) show commitment to continuous learning. Reference this.

Know the difference between EY's service lines and be specific about which one and why

Compare

EY vs competitors

Firm	Salary	Hours	Culture	Exit opps
EY	~£30,000-35,000 base (London higher)	45-55/week	Most purpose-driven Big 4 firm...	—
Deloitte	~£32-38K base	45-55/week	Largest UK Big 4	Similar
PwC	~£30-36K base	45-55/week	Largest intake	Similar
KPMG	~£29-34K base	45-55/week	Community-focused	Similar
Grant Thornton	~£27-30K base	40-50/week	Smaller, more personal	More limited

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