1. Initial Screening – Talent Acquisition • Format: 30–45 minute video or phone interview • Led by: Talent Acquisition Partner (internal recruiter) • Focus: • Overview of your CV and career history • Alignment with the role and business unit • Motivation for joining AtkinsRéalis • Salary expectations, availability, and location preferences 2. Hiring Manager Interview • Format: 60–75 minute video or in-person interview • Led by: Hiring Manager (usually a Director or Market Lead in the relevant sector) • Focus: • Strategic thinking and leadership style • Track record of managing large projects or teams • Commercial and client relationship experience • Operational and delivery capability • Cultural fit within the team 3. Panel Interview / Technical or Strategic Assessment • Format: 60–90 minute session (video or in-person) • Panel: Typically 2–3 senior leaders, such as: • A Technical Director or Practice Lead • A Regional or Discipline Director • A representative from HR or Business Development • Focus: • Deep dive into sector knowledge and delivery experience • Scenario-based questions (e.g. handling complex client challenges, strategic decision-making, risk management) • Assessment of leadership under pressure, team management, and collaboration • Questions around contribution to growth and innovation • May include a short presentation on a pre-set topic (optional, depending on role) 4. Final Interview (if required) • Format: 30–60 minutes (optional stage, case-by-case) • Led by: Sector MD, Practice Lead, or UK Leadership Team member • Focus: • Strategic alignment with AtkinsRéalis UK’s future direction • Executive presence and thought leadership • Cultural and behavioural alignment