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We are here to help with any questions you might have about the application process.
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How To Join Us
How To Join Us
Our application process
Our application process
From your initial application to receiving an offer, you’ll have every opportunity to demonstrate your unique skills and expertise while also gaining insights into our company ethos and principles. Below, you can explore the typical hiring journey that candidates will take here at Mars. While this is our standard application process, for some roles that require additional skills or specific qualifications, it may vary slightly.
A few tips to help you navigate the application process
A few tips to help you navigate the application process
We asked some of our Talent Acquisition leaders to share their advice to help you on your hiring journey.
At Mars, the world we want tomorrow starts with how we do business today. Mars is a family-owned business with a long-term vision with emphasis on its Five Principles: Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency and Freedom.
For your interview preparations I’d recommend having a good read and understand the five principles, Mars’ commitment to sustainability, Pet care and better food. Think of how your own values align with Mars’ principles, commitment, and purpose- : Tomorrow starts today. Use STAR method that reflect the skills, values and experiences needed for the job you are applying.
We appreciate authenticity at Mars, Be yourself and have a clear motivation about joining a family-owned purpose led company.
At Mars, it’s not just about the job — it’s about building a better world. Good Luck!
Kiran Madhav,
Talent Acquisition Lead, India, Middle East & Africa
Interviewing can feel intimidating and overwhelming, but preparation and authenticity are essential for success.
Here at Mars, we foster a vibrant and diverse culture rooted in our Five Principles. Before your interview, take time to familiarize yourself with our Five Principles and be ready to discuss how they resonate with your values.
Utilize the STAR method to structure your responses and actively engage with our assessors by showing enthusiasm and curiosity.
But, most importantly, let your true self shine through, as authenticity is deeply valued at Mars. Join us on this exciting journey and discover how you can contribute to our rich and diverse culture!
Good luck!
Stacey-Lee Lucas
Senior Talent Acquisition Partner, SA & SSA
Writing an effective CV
We want to help you create a CV that truly represents you. Check out our dedicated CV Tips page. Got questions? We have included a FAQs section for answers to common queries and additional support tailored to enhance your application process. Your success matters to us, and we're here to empower you every step of the way.
Nailing your interview at Mars
At Mars, we believe in setting you up for success from the very start. One of the initial steps in our hiring process is a phone interview with a recruiter and/or a hiring manager. This step is an opportunity for us to get to know each other better. To help you make the most of this important step, we've put together some helpful tips. We're excited to chat with you and support you as you move forward in the process!
Getting to know HireVue
As you know, there are many video conferencing platforms available. For roles in which we receive a high volume of applications, we may choose to use HireVue. HireVue is a talent experience platform designed to automate workflows, making volume hiring more efficient and inclusive. This page introduces tips on understanding why we use HireVue and its benefits for the hiring process.
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