Below you will find the answers to some of the most commonly asked questions about careers and life at Accenture. If your query is not dealt with here, get in touch with our local recruitment team and we will do our best to answer it.

Getting the job

What level of English and computer skills are required to be considered for the recruitment process? English: There is no denying the reality that knowledge of English is an asset in the global community. And because Accenture is a global company, there is frequently a need to communicate in English. Fluency in English is an advantage; however it is not an absolute requirement in the recruitment process. Although significant variation in the levels of English proficiency can affect the efficiency of company operations, Accenture places greater value on the personal potential, professionalism and motivation for self development of recruits than it does on their level of English. Computer skills: Although computer skills, such as proficiency in using MS Office, PowerPoint, Excel, or MS Word are necessary working tools, these skills are not prerequisites in the recruitment process as they can be learned through working in the company. Knowledge of computer programming is not necessary, as the required training will be provided if appropriate for the specific position. Logic and communication skills: Accenture considers logical thinking and great communication skills to be essential qualities in its people. An active mind: Accenture believes confidence, a positive attitude, and readiness to face challenges are the “must-have” qualities of future employees. Is there an advantage in having a university degree with a major subject? There are prerequisites in terms of the major subjects required. In reality Accenture employees come from diverse academic backgrounds. Accenture places more value on problem-solving ability than it does on subject specialization in any particular area. However applicants can aim for project work that is aligned with subjects they have studied. Any major subject can be applied at Accenture, and there are no major subjects that will place candidates at a disadvantage, as this is only one among many areas considered in the recruitment process. How are new recruits assigned to a project after joining Accenture? On joining Accenture, new recruits are assigned to one of Accenture’s growth platforms, based on their educational background and skills as well as their preferences.

Lifestyle

Will I feel lost working in such a huge organization? Accenture is certainly big, but it is made up of smaller, more manageable communities so you will soon feel at home in one of these. You will quickly make friends with colleagues who share your specialisation and with other Accenture staff on the projects you work on. You will soon have your own personal and professional network within the organisation. What are the people really like? Accenture people are diverse. They come from all backgrounds and all communities and bring a wealth of talents with them. How will working at Accenture affect my lifestyle? Hopefully you will find an improvement in your lifestyle. You will certainly find your work life more challenging, more stimulating and more rewarding. We encourage work life balance. Our recreational club offers engaging activities throughout the year. Is it possible to work on other projects outside the Accenture Seoul office? Yes it is possible, because Accenture is a global company. So if you have the ability and skills that are needed, you can be assigned to an alternative engagement that may be located in another Accenture office. Once your project/assignment is completed, you can return to the Seoul office. Accenture offers opportunities to participate in global projects.

Challenges

How will I find joining Accenture as an experienced hire? Stimulating—is the only word to describe it. Your previous experience will be immediately recognized and harnessed by the area you join. The combination of familiar territory and new ways of working may need a little getting used to—but the immense satisfaction gained by putting your expertise to work is, for many, the greatest reward of a move to Accenture. What will make the work continually challenging and is it interesting? People at Accenture answer this question with a smile, because work at Accenture is the way work ought to be—constantly stimulating and varied. Every day is different. That may sound challenging now, but the stimulation that new situations and people provide will make you think more deeply, perform more effectively and continue to grow as a professional throughout your time with us. Accenture structures your career to help you to be the best. Is working at Accenture as tough as I have heard? It is certainly challenging and the learning curve can be steep for a while. If you are uncomfortable with change, do not like new situations and lose patience under pressure, then Accenture may not be the place for you. If, however, you enjoy performing to the best of your abilities (and constantly expanding those abilities as you work), and really making a difference to the projects you engage in, then the only aspect of life at Accenture you may find tough is trying to imagine how you ever enjoyed working anywhere else.

Development

What influence will I have over my career progression? At Accenture we believe people do their best when they are doing what they really want to do. Employees in Korea are assigned a mentor within the organization to help with career choices that will be good for your personal and professional development. Accenture is also unique in allowing you to provide input in which projects you work on. How will I continue to grow as a professional? The projects you work on and the colleagues you work alongside make this an extremely inspiring place to develop your career. If you want to be recognized as one of the best at what you do, we do our best to make that happen. There are a number of ways we can help—through personally selected training, professional development programs and guidance from the leading practitioners in every field of business. What kind of training can I expect from Accenture? Every one of our people receives an annual allocation of training time. Our average training time per person is 75 hours. Although some trainings are mandatory, our training programs are tailored to individual needs, and the courses people take depend on their skills, experience and areas of interest. You decide on the areas you want to develop, then pick the most appropriate training from our unique database and arrange for the program to suit you. Is there a career path and promotion for the Consulting workforce? A typical career path in the Consulting workforce is as follows: Analyst (2-3 years) → consultant (2-3 years) → manager (3 years) → senior manager (3 years) → senior executive. The time period from joining Accenture to reaching a managerial level typically takes five to six years. Achievement of this career path to senior executive depends on business requirements and individual performance.

Benefits

What kind of salary can I expect? Remuneration includes a basic salary and incentives. The basic salary is paid every month. Any incentive payments to eligible employee are paid annually depending on individual performance rating and Accenture’s performance in the market. Accenture remunerations are set according to an objective evaluation of personal ability and performance. What are Accenture’s advantages in relation to its competitors? What are its merits? Accenture is a global company that offers training and opportunities in many countries and the opportunity to work with a wide cross-section of people and skills. Accenture employees are exposed to all phases of a project, from strategy to execution. Also you can experience various project types such as strategy, human performance finance, process or technology, and you can balance your development by working with people who are the professionals across a variety of fields. Accenture has an excellent training system and an abundant knowledge database. The database in the Accenture Portal contains the company’s project history. Also, in MyLearning You can manage your career through overseas training, domestic training or online training subject to business requirements. Synergy with colleagues and senior executives. One of the great advantages of Accenture is the opportunity to work with excellent people. At Accenture, it is the duty of experienced people to answer the questions and support the growth of their junior colleagues. What is the difference between Accenture and a strategy consulting firm? At Accenture you can experience multiple levels from across a variety of industries, through working on a wide variety of projects from vision and strategic development to systems execution. Within a wide variety of projects such as strategy, human performance, finance, process and technology you can balance your development by working with people who are professionals in a number of fields. Many other strategy consulting firms are focused on strategy, but Accenture’s scope of work span from management consulting, to technology services and outsourcing that not only looks at strategy, but also on business processes, relevant technology applications and developing human resources for its clients.