If you are serious about applying for our Graduate Programme, you'll probably have a few questions you'd like to ask.  To save you some time, here's a selection of the frequently asked questions we've received, along with our responses.

• Q: How much are graduates paid during the programme?
  A: Graduates receive a competitive salary of £28,500 during the programme as well as a signing-on award of £2,000. In addition to your salary you will receive a 15% non-contributory pension, private health cover, 26 days holiday and life assurance, all of which are part of our flexible benefits package. 
  
• Q: How long does it take someone to complete the programme?
  A: You will join us on a permanent contract, however the graduate programme itself lasts for 18 months.  This combines an induction period with placements across the business.  Where your final role will be depends upon your development throughout the programme and the opportunities available across the business, however your input and career aspirations are important to us and help us to identify where your career at Motability Operations might take you.
  
  Where your final role will be depends upon opportunities available within the business which best match your skills at the end of this 18 month period.  Your development throughout the programme will be guided by your Sponsor and a senior manager mentor who will work with you to prepare you for your final role at the end.
• Q: Where does the programme take place?
  A: Due to the dual sited nature of our organisation, your placements will be split between our London and Bristol offices. This is vital to ensuring you have exposure to all areas of the business.
  
• Q: Can graduates move between departments?
  A: Absolutely, in fact we encourage it and have built this into our Graduate Programme.  Graduates will spend a period of time working in different departments across both locations.
  
• Q: What if a graduate is considering further study in a few years' time? Might the company provide sponsorship?
  A: Sponsorship of further education is provided for individuals if the study is relevant and will add value to the business.
  
• Q: How should candidates apply?
  A: Candidates should complete an online application and submit this before the closing date.  Applications will be screened from early September (as and when received) with interviews and assessment centres scheduled from October onwards.
  
• Q: When should they apply?
  A: We are accepting applications until 26 February 2012.
  
• Q: What's the application process?
  A: Should your application meet our requirements, the next stage will be a short-listing interview.  Then, if we think you're suitable, we'll invite you to an assessment centre at one of our London or Bristol offices. If successful, the final stage will be a face-to-face panel interview with two of our senior leaders.
  
• Q: When do successful applicants start the programme?
  A: The starting date for the 2012 graduate programme will be October 2012.
  
• Q: I'm on a work permit, can I still apply for the graduate programme?
  A: We are happy to accept applications from non-EU nationals.  Please ensure you complete the application form with full details of your current work permit. Please note we are unable to sponsor candidates who require a work permit. It is your responsibility to ensure you have a valid work permit for the duration of your employment with Motability Operations.