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M&G Assessment Tests
Founded in 1931, M&G is a leading savings and investment management business. Headquartered in London, M&G offers graduate internships and placements, as well as apprenticeships for those without a degree. M&G has devised a challenging recruitment process for graduates that tests reasoning, presentation, interpersonal skills and integrity.
- Four hiring stages
- 10 practice tests in the M&G pack
- 100 questions, all solved
Who M&G is
- Employees
- 6,000
- Head office
- London, UK
- Careers site
- M&G careers
What are the M&G tests?
The M&G tests are tailored to assess a variety of skills including reasoning abilities and interpersonal skills. They are designed to evaluate the aptitude of candidates in areas relevant to M&G’s work in investment management.
M&G application process
From application to final assessment. The process varies slightly by programme and office.
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- 100
- questions, all solved
Careers at M&G
M&G offers a range of graduate schemes and internships, as well as apprenticeships in technology, management and finance.
M&G’s apprenticeship schemes take 13–18 months, throughout which you will be placed in different departments and roles.
Graduate placements at M&G take 18–24 months. Internships last for eight weeks, and interns who successfully complete their program will be offered a placement on the graduate scheme automatically.
Both the graduate schemes and internships are job-specific. You will be placed in one department (such as financial investing or business technology) for the duration of your scheme, but you will rotate between teams within this department.
So, when applying be sure to choose the area of work that suits your skills and abilities the best.
The application for M&G graduate schemes and internships has been designed to ensure you have all the necessary skills and expertise to succeed when working in a high-paced, competitive financial environment.
Recruitment for M&G’s graduate schemes opens in September for the following year. Each application is assessed as it is sent in, so it is advisable to apply as early as possible.
You can only apply once per recruitment round, and to one area of the business. If your application does not succeed you can apply again the following September.
The M&G graduate scheme application process includes online aptitude tests, a video interview, and an invitation to an in-person or virtual assessment centre for those who succeed.
M&G Tests online application form
The initial online application for M&G graduate schemes takes around five minutes to complete by filling in your contact details and uploading an up-to-date CV.
Later in the application process, you will be asked questions about your work experience and achievements, so ensure the CV you submit is accurate and speaks to your strengths.
M And G Aptitude Tests
M&G logical reasoning test
The logical reasoning test evaluates a candidate’s ability to draw relevant conclusions from a series of pieces of information.
All roles at M&G involve the analysis of complex information from accounts, stock market reviews and annual reports, so candidates must demonstrate their ability to draw accurate conclusions from large sets of information with accuracy when under pressure.
M&G’s logical reasoning test is broad and could encompass a variety of logical reasoning questions, including pattern-spotting in image sequencing, deductive word problems or critical reasoning tests, in which candidates have to extract logical information from a paragraph.
The logical reasoning test takes around 30 minutes to complete. All of the questions have multiple-choice answers. The questions themselves do not have time limits, but once a question has been answered it can’t be returned to.
M&G situational judgement test
The situational judgement test asks candidates to draw conclusions from observational statements about situations. These questions present work-based scenarios and ask candidates to select the answer which best reflects how they would respond.
M&G is looking for candidates who are able to work with different people on complex financial issues in a high-pressure environment, whilst also making insightful and beneficial contributions to projects. Client satisfaction is a priority at M&G, and so these tests will also evaluate how a candidate might respond in challenging client-facing situations.
M&G personality test
The M&G personality tests evaluate important professional qualities such as willingness to cooperate, ambition, or sensitivity. It is important for M&G to recruit candidates who fit well within their teams and will be able to collaborate effectively with each other.
The test is tailored to the financial industry, and so questions are job-specific. Although it is important to consider the values M&G upholds and anticipate the kinds of qualities M&G may be looking for in their graduate recruits, it is also important to be honest.
If you do succeed and are invited to an assessment day, the results of your test will be compared to the observations of those interviewing you. You will also have to sit a similar test again, but without the support of technology. So, the online personality test is an initial phase in an evaluation of candidate integrity.
M&G strengths-based video interview
M&G uses HireVue technology to conduct automated online interviews. If you are invited, you will be sent a link with detailed instructions on how to participate in the interview.
Before the interview begins, you will need to conduct sound, video, and technology checks to ensure there are no technical glitches that might interrupt your interview process.
The questions in the videos are automated. They take 30 seconds to read after which candidates are given 3 minutes to answer.
There are no pauses between questions and if you do not answer in the allotted time, the interview will move on to the next question. So, think fast and stay calm, and make sure you speak clearly and succinctly.
The questions are strengths-based and will refer directly to points on your CV. So, it is important to prepare and know your CV well.
At the end of the interview, there is a small amount of time for you to talk about achievements, motivations, and abilities. Consider what sets you apart as a candidate, and also what it is that drew you to apply for the M&G graduate scheme specifically, but make sure you don’t repeat any of your previous answers.
Prepare for the video interview as you would a face-to-face interview. Make sure you are smartly dressed, well-rested, and have practiced answering standard questions, backing up your answers with evidence. Ensure you are in a quiet, tidy space where you will not be disturbed.
M&G virtual assessment centre
Candidates who pass the video interview will be invited to an in-person or virtual assessment day.
These days include an interview, aptitude test centre play, group exercises, and report writing tests.
M&G interview
The interview phase of the M&G assessment centre takes place with two professionals from the team or department with M&G to which you are applying.
They are looking for consistency with the answers provided in the video interview, and also to see how well you portray your skills in person.
M&G in-person aptitude tests
The M&G in-person aptitude tests are similar to those in the online tests. They form a part of the assessment centre to vet any cheating that has taken place in online testing, so may include some identical questions.
M&G roleplay test
The roleplay test examines your ability to communicate clearly with clients and co-workers, as well as your ability to synthesise and strategise from large amounts of complex information.
Candidates are presented, on paper, with a scenario including data and brief, and must devise a solution in a business context. This is the part of the assessment centre which tests your previous experience, so draw on any internship or work experience scenarios where you can demonstrate your commitment to a career in finance.
M&G Group exercise
The case study exercise is designed to assess candidates’ ability to collaborate and problem-solve with colleagues.
During the exercise, candidates will be placed into groups of four or five and provided with a difficult client interaction scenario, for example, a budget cut or sales pitch.
You must work with other applicants to create a solution to a problem or a presentation, whilst you are observed by the interviewers.
Check out our guide to group exercises at assessment centres here.
Report writing
People working in finance must be able to translate data and business strategy into clearly written and well-presented reports, but also need to be able to write clear formal emails and memos for colleagues.
The report writing test can last anywhere from 30 minutes to 90 minutes, and candidates may be briefed to write any sort of written business communication.
Tips For Passing The M And G Tests
It can be tempting to cheat on the online aptitude tests. However, if you are invited to an assessment day, you will have to take the same tests again, the main purpose is to vet your integrity. So, ensure you practice for the tests using the online resources cited by M&G.
Use online practice tests for logical reasoning, situational judgement tests, and personality tests. These are skills that can be tested in any number of ways, so getting broad practice is the best strategy for passing.
M&G links to the video interview company that provides their video interview test. Familiarise yourself with the format of this test, as being asked questions on video by an unresponsive computer can be a disconcerting experience.
If you are successful in passing the online tests and interview, it will already be obvious to M&G that you are both a suitable candidate for their business, and somewhat dedicated to a career in financial investing. However, make sure you can back up all of your answers by drawing on your relevant experience by clearly citing the actions you have taken in previous work contexts and their results and impact.
M&G test tips
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Hone Your Interpersonal Skills
For group exercises, demonstrate your ability to work well with others, showing both leadership and teamwork skills, as both are valued at M&G.
Frequently asked questions
What candidates ask us most often
Are the M&G tests hard?
The tests can be challenging as they are created to find candidates who fit the M&G profile. They aim to stretch your abilities to ensure you can meet the demands of the job.
How do I prepare for M&G tests?
The best way to gear up for M&G tests is through consistent practice. Tackle practice tests available on Practice Aptitude Tests to simulate the testing environment and improve your performance.
How long does the recruitment process take at M&G?
The length of the recruitment process at M&G may vary, but it is designed to be thorough and give multiple insights into the candidates’ abilities and potential fit with the company.
What are M&G's core values?
M&G’s core values prioritize long-term thinking and a commitment to their clients, with a focus on responsibility and creating an inclusive workspace. They seek individuals whose personal values align with these principles.
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