Bank of Ireland Graduate Programme

davey_j_c

Hi Everyone,

Just wondering if anyone applied to the BOI graduate programme for 2010? It seemed like a very quick fire process, got an email from GradIreland saying the programme was open and the deadline was a week later.

Doesn't seem to be any talk or evidence that it even exists apart from a confirmation email I received when submitting my application!

Just wondering has anyone else applied for it? I remember someone on boards who was currently on the programme mentioned it might open up again, and it looks like it has.

whoisshe

Yes. I also applied. I called them after I sent my email and they confirmed that they got it. Then later got a confirm email that interviews were to be in a couple of weeks. I saw it on careerscompus. It wasnt advertised anywhere else as far as I could see. I spoke to a few from my class and none had applied.

Miranda7

Is the closing date over.

Stevecw

I'd be very surprised if they are doing this. I am currently on a 6 month contract with them, but thats just due to having an uncle in a management role.

We all got a talk today about the cost savings, and they are hitting the pensions hard it seems. Many of the long term ppl there are well pissed off on what they heard.

Hope they are taking on ppl again, but to be honest I'd be surprised.

davey_j_c

whoisshe wrote: »

Yes. I also applied.

Phew so it wasnt all in my imagination so!

Miranda7 wrote: »

Is the closing date over.

Yeah it is closed again. It was very strange. Was only open for about 7-10 days max.

Stevecw wrote: »

Hope they are taking on ppl again, but to be honest I'd be surprised.

Yeah I was a little shocked to see it open too. What area are you in if you dont mind me asking Stevecw? The programme is recruting into Operations support, IT, Capital Markets and Actuary, maybe they are looking to expand these areas.

Then again they could just be opening it up to look as if they are doing something. Who knows.

whoisshe

1. I.T. – Group Manufacturing Division (Vacancy Ref: IT100)Location: Dublin Anticipated Start Date: July 2010 Background:IT as a function is responsible for providing the bank with consistent and reliable systems upon which they can provide superior and profitable services, as well as providing innovative solutions and superior technological advice that will ensure that BOI can sustain and build the organisation.We are currently looking for candidates in the areas of: Process Automation, (Design and Implementation), Infrastructure Design (Architects & Strategists) and IT Solution Delivery (Programme / Project Management & Business Analysts);Key Requirements:· Knowledge / expertise in one or more IT disciplines - ITIL3, Mainframe (e.g. Cobalt), Midrange, Web based technologies, (e.g. Java), etc.· Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to influence across key stakeholder groups· Ability to take ownership and responsibility for work assigned· Process design and implementation· Infrastructure strategy and architecture· Technical design / programming· Project management skills· Business Analysis· IT solution delivery
2. Capital Markets & Group Support Divisions (Vacancy Ref: FI102)As part of the Capital Markets Graduate intake there may be rotations within the Group Supports Functions. Location - Capital Markets: Dublin & London Anticipated Start Date: September 2010Location - Group Supports: DublinBackground – Capital Markets: Capital Markets Division is the globally-focused international Division of Bank of Ireland. It consists of a number of fast-growing, specialist and highly successful businesses including Corporate Banking, Global Markets (our treasury business), Bank of Ireland Asset Management (BIAM), IBI Corporate Finance and Bank of Ireland Securities Services (our fund administration business). Graduates will have the opportunity to work in highly professional teams and gain exposure to diverse and internationally focused capital markets businesses and structure while contributing as a key member of the team. We are currently recruiting graduates in the areas of: Corporate Banking, Global Markets, Securities Lending, Strategy and Business Change.Background – Group Supports, Credit & Market Risk: The Credit and Market Risk Division’s objectives are to provide strong independent oversight and management of the Group’s Credit & Market Risk Strategy, Credit Risk Management Information, and Credit & Market Risk Underwriting, as well as strategic oversight and the management of certain challenged portfolios. In delivering these objectives the Division aims to support the Group in optimising returns over the longer term on the Group’s risk assets through robust asset selection and the management of risk. We are seeking candidates who are interested and skilled to work in the area of Credit and Market Risk.Key requirements:Graduates will come from the key business and business related disciplines, and courses demanding a high numerical aptitude. We also require the following:· Strong business acumen · Excellent analytical, numeric & writing skills· High achiever and excellent team player· Enthusiasm

davey_j_c

2. Capital Markets & Group Support Divisions (Vacancy Ref: FI102)As part of the Capital Markets Graduate intake there may be rotations within the Group Supports Functions. Location - Capital Markets: Dublin & London Anticipated Start Date: September 2010Location - Group Supports: DublinBackground – Capital Markets: Capital Markets Division is the globally-focused international Division of Bank of Ireland. It consists of a number of fast-growing, specialist and highly successful businesses including Corporate Banking, Global Markets (our treasury business), Bank of Ireland Asset Management (BIAM), IBI Corporate Finance and Bank of Ireland Securities Services (our fund administration business). Graduates will have the opportunity to work in highly professional teams and gain exposure to diverse and internationally focused capital markets businesses and structure while contributing as a key member of the team. We are currently recruiting graduates in the areas of: Corporate Banking, Global Markets, Securities Lending, Strategy and Business Change.

I applied for this area within the programme. What about you Whoisshe? Have you heard anything back? Im thinking I might get in contact with them this week sometime if I still haven't heard anything

pablodunlop

Well they kept this quiet, I didn't get any email from gradireland. How long ago was this advertised?

Rainbow_brite

Hi Guys

The reason they might not be getting back to you is due to the announcement made Friday eve last from BOI Directors. You may have seen on the news that BOI are to sell BIAM, New Ireland, ICS etc http://www.finfacts.ie/irishfinancenews/article_1019474.shtml

to be honest I'd be very surprised if they take on many graduates this time round as current staff are worried about their own jobs at present.

davey_j_c

pablodunlop wrote: »

Well they kept this quiet, I didn't get any email from gradireland. How long ago was this advertised?

Id say it was about 3 to 4 weeks ago i received the email. A lot of my friends didnt receive anything either, I dont know why.

Rainbow_brite wrote: »

Hi Guys

The reason they might not be getting back to you is due to the announcement made Friday eve last from BOI Directors. You may have seen on the news that BOI are to sell BIAM, New Ireland, ICS etc http://www.finfacts.ie/irishfinancenews/article_1019474.shtml

to be honest I'd be very surprised if they take on many graduates this time round as current staff are worried about their own jobs at present.

The programme is advertised as taking people into Cap Markets, Support, IT and Actuary. But you are right it could have an impact. I will remain skeptical until I hear confirmation that they are going ahead. However the areas that the programme covers are pretty core activities compared to the divisions earmarked for divestment, so I wouldn't be all that suprised to see it go ahead. But we will see.

rebel105

ya i also applied for this.
Got the email from GradIreland on March 29th and it said the closing date was April 5th. Havent heard anything back apart from the initial email confirming receipt of my application.
I thought the whole thing seemed a little strange but sure twas worth applying for anyway.

whoisshe

Of course it is still on. Capital Markets is profitable and growing (pre-provision) and they need grad level guys.They would have known about the EU restructuring when they opened the applications. It was probably done in such a tight period so as to not draw unwanted attention.

Applications only closed 2 weeks ago. They (HR) are obviously going through the cv's now.

soden12

Stevecw wrote: »

I'd be very surprised if they are doing this. I am currently on a 6 month contract with them, but thats just due to having an uncle in a management role.
.

Good to see that nepotism is alive and well in the Banks. Nice to know that our hard earned money is going to fund jobs for the boys and their relations.

What about rooting out the old blood which caused so much hassle - losing security documents (Niall Lennon case), over lending and all that crap.

davey_j_c

yeah i heard that HR are reviewing CVs at the moment. Supposedly they are looking to take on people in the summer and in the autumn.

Would be great to hear back from them soon though - exams coming up and all that. i would imagine the whole process from interview stage forward will be quite quick if they are looking for people to start in the summer

stepbar

soden12 wrote: »

Good to see that nepotism is alive and well in the Banks. Nice to know that our hard earned money is going to fund jobs for the boys and their relations.

What about rooting out the old blood which caused so much hassle - losing security documents (Niall Lennon case), over lending and all that crap.

Ah Mike.... were you a bit drunk last night? You certainly left your mark... you did well to get banned in 2 forums.


To the rest of the posters.... I wouldn't worry about what Mike has to say. I mean like half of boards are still trying to fiqure out if he's an ex banker or perhaps a bit crazy (or both).

Penisland

Well this is very annoying!

Kept this very quiet!

Grad Ireland seem to be selective in thier emails!!

Id say they are only taking the cream this year though!

soden12

stepbar wrote: »

Ah Mike.... were you a bit drunk last night? You certainly left your mark... you did well to get banned in 2 forums..

A tad incorrect - but don't worry - the taxpayer will continue to pick up the tab for all your errors

stepbar

soden12 wrote: »

A tad incorrect - but don't worry - the taxpayer will continue to pick up the tab for all your errors

Which bit Mike... you being drunk or being banned from 2 forums?

You're a sad sad man Mike.

davey_j_c

Anyways... Back to the topic at hand.

Has anyone heard back yet? Its been a month since I applied!

I get the feeling there wasn't a whole host of applications for them to wade through either so they would want to hurry up...

rebel105

nope havent heard a thing....

bloominefa

I know of someone who got a phone call from them today. Arranging interviews for last week of May/First week of June. He applied for Capital Markets.

davey_j_c

Yeah I got the call yesterday aswell regarding interviews for the Capital Markets.

Considering I had another offer and one pending I asked would they be able to fast track an interview with me... no dice.

So I had to rule myself out.

Pretty inflexible to be honest considering they asked us to wait so long for any sort of reply.

Suppose Im just another number!

rebel105

ya got the call aswel.

which

Has anyone heard back from BOI after the interview? they said they would be contacting candidates late this week??

rebel105

i got a call....got a job!!!

so happy, its taken a long long while...

Rommi

Hi Rebel105, i'm having my interview on wednesday, just wondering how the interview was structured and what questions they asked you in the interview?