I’m interested in a role, what should I do?

All current positions within Elsevier are posted on this site. Click on the link called ‘Job Search’. You will be asked to specify a vacancy from a specific location and complete a short application form as well as provide a copy of your CV online.

How will you keep in touch with me?

Depending on what contact details you give us, we will keep in touch by email, text, phone or letter throughout the application process.

Is there a deadline for applications?

For some roles, we will provide a closing date, for others we may keep this open. You will be able to check the specifics on the individual vacancy details.

Am I able to amend details on my already submitted application?

Yes, you will be able to amend the details on the profile that you create in the system.

Can I apply for more than one role at a time?

Of course. Simply submit your application for the roles which you feel you have relevant experience for.

I can’t see any suitable vacancies currently. Am I able to submit my CV speculatively?

Yes, by all means. From the current vacancy list, click on the ‘candidate profile’ link on the right hand side of the page and this will take you through to be able to create a candidate profile in the system, where you will be able to select the job functions of interest to you. We have a number of locations both in the UK and globally so there is every chance a suitable role may arise. Your details will be kept on file for a period of 2 years and we will contact you with relevant vacancies.

I’ve recently applied online, when will I hear from you?

We’ll get back to you within 14 days.

What’s the interview format if I’m selected?

Our interview process is flexible depending on the role. For some roles, we may prefer to hold a telephone interview before inviting you in for a face-to-face meeting. Most commonly there is a two-stage interview process whereby you will initially meet with the hiring manager and Human Resources where we will explore your experience, skills and career goals. Should you be invited to return for a second interview, this will be a competency-based process using behavioural style questioning where you will be asked to demonstrate previous evidence of the required competencies for that role.

You will of course, have the chance to ask us some questions of your own, about the role, culture, working environment or any other area of interest to you. This is also your chance to tell us more about your achievements, the challenges you’ve faced and how you’ve demonstrated the qualities we’re looking for.

We also use both ability and personality assessments where appropriate.

Does Elsevier recruit people outside their home country?

Elsevier is unable to employ anyone who does not have the right to work in the UK. We are also unable to apply for work permits for individual jobs until all UK and European Economic Area employment sources have been exhausted. Further information is available on the following UK government site: www.workingintheuk.gov.uk.