Careers at The Loughborough – FAQs

Once you’ve applied for a position, your application will be processed by our HR team. You will receive correspondence usually within two weeks of the closing date to advise whether you have been shortlisted for interview.

If successfully shortlisted, you will be invited for an interview. The interview process will give you an opportunity to meet with the hiring manager of the position and find out more about the role and the wider business.

Interview panels consist of at least two members and interviews are usually competency-based. Depending on the seniority of the role, the interview process may include more than one stage.

The duration of the recruitment process can vary depending on the role and the number of candidates. On average, it takes about 4 to 6 weeks from the application submission to receiving an offer.

Smart business/smart casual clothing is highly recommended. You will have the opportunity to discuss this prior to your interview, should you need any clarification.

It depends on the position you’ve applied for. For retail roles, you could be working in one of our 4 branches across the East Midlands. For most of the other roles at The Loughborough, they come with flexibility. The Society’s hybrid working policy expects that at least 60% of your contractual hours should be worked at an office workspace, although you can choose to work more than that if you wish.  Up to 40% of your contractual hours can be worked from home.

As we are a financial services business, we will run a credit check on all candidates who have been verbally offered a role at The Loughborough. We will also request at least 6 years of references, if available. Final offer is subject to the satisfactory outcome for these checks. 

Furthermore, ‘right to work’ documents are a legal requirement that we need to have on file should you be offered a role. We will request copies of documentation from you after an offer has been made and then verified copies will be taken of your original documents on your first day.

DBS checks are completed for Senior appointments.

At The Loughborough, we believe in providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified candidates. Having a criminal record does not automatically disqualify you from employment with us. We consider each application on a case-by-case basis, taking into account the nature of the offense, the time that has passed, and its relevance to the position you are applying for.

At The Loughborough, we are committed to ensuring an inclusive and accessible recruitment process for all candidates. If you have a disability and require accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know. We will work with you to provide the necessary support to ensure that you have a fair opportunity to showcase your skills and qualifications.

To request accommodations or if you have any questions about our accessibility practices, please contact [email protected]. We are here to help and look forward to making your experience with us as smooth and accessible as possible.

Our onboarding process is designed to ensure a smooth transition into your new role. It begins with an orientation induction that covers our company culture, policies, and procedures. You’ll receive on-the-job training specific to your role and have access to resources and mentors to help you get up to speed. We also provide ongoing support and professional development opportunities to help you grow in your career.

If your application was unsuccessful, we encourage you to reapply for future opportunities that match your skills and experience. We value every applicant and understand that there are many factors involved in the hiring process. You are welcome to apply for other positions with us as they become available.