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Interview Process

The next steps to expect after your application.

Recruitment Process

How we Hire

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1. Application Received

Our team will review all applications. While we may use AI to help speed up the process, a real human will always make the final decisions. Once reviewed, shortlisted applicants will be invited to a screening.

2. Talent Partner screen

An informal 25-30 minute call with someone in our talent team who is hiring for the role. 

3. CV Hiring Manager shortlist

Once screenings have taken place, the hiring manager will review the shortlist and send invites to interview for the shortlisted applicants.

4. First stage interview

The next stage is an initial virtual interview which is usually with the hiring manager or a couple of members from the team. This is usually around 45 – 60 minutes and the format varies depending on the role.

5. Final stage interview

If you progress, you’ll be invited to a final interview which is usually with two members of the team. The format varies depending on the role and this is usually an hour.

6. Feedback along the way

We’ll keep you updated and give helpful feedback at each stage. No matter the outcome, we ensure the feedback is useful and supportive. 

Our locations

Finding your way to Creditsafe

 

Whether it’s by car, bus, or train, we’ve created step-by-step guides to make finding your way to our offices easier. Click on the branch you’re applying for and the route you’d like to take to get started! 

Cardiff Bay Office

Our Cardiff office address details are below. Use the tabs above for step-by-step guides for getting here via train, bus, or car.

Please note that we’ll be moving from our office to a new one based in Cardiff City Centre, with this move set to be completed by May 2026.

Office Location Details:

Floors 2-3, Coal House,

10 Dumfries Place,

Cardiff, CF10 3RJ

A picture of Coal House, the new Cardiff office for Creditsafe Group.

Getting To Our Offices By Bus:

1) Getting to Cardiff City Centre:
Take the most convenient bus from your location into Cardiff City Centre.

2) Getting to Dumfries Place From Cardiff City Centre:
Once you have arrived in the city centre, there are a range of options that will bring you within a short walking distance of our offices. Many central bus routes stop near Queen Street Station, Churchill Way, or Newport Road, all of which are just a few minutes’ walk from Dumfries Place.

3) Walking to Coal House:
Get off at your nearest city centre stop and follow these instructions:

  • Make your way towards Dumfries Place, which runs between Newport Road and Queen Street Station.
  • Walk along Dumfries Place until you reach Coal House at number 10.
  • Coal House is a modern office building located along the street, clearly signposted at street level.

Please note, we’re in a shared office building and are based on floors 2 and 3. Walk into Coal House and go to the elevator, push the button for floor 2, and take a right upon exiting the elevator. Press the button to be allowed in and you’ll be greeted by one of our colleagues will give you a guest pass and bring the interviewer over to greet you.

Getting To Our Offices By Car:

1) Driving to Cardiff:
Use your preferred sat nav or mapping app and enter the following address:

Coal House
10 Dumfries Place
Cardiff
CF10 3RJ

2) Getting to Dumfries Place:
Coal House is located just outside Cardiff’s main city centre and is easily accessible via Newport Road and surrounding routes. Dumfries Place runs between Newport Road, Churchill Way, and Queen Street Station, making it straightforward to reach by car.

3) Parking Near Coal House:
Coal House does not have on-site parking, but there are several nearby public car parks within a short walking distance, including options around Churchill Way, Newport Road, and Cardiff city centre. Street parking may also be available nearby, depending on the time of day.

Once parked, walk to Coal House, which is clearly signposted at street level along Dumfries Place.

Please note, we’re in a shared office building and are based on floors 2 and 3. Walk into Coal House and go to the elevator, push the button for floor 2, and take a right upon exiting the elevator. Press the button to be allowed in and you’ll be greeted by one of our colleagues who will give you a guest pass and bring the interviewer over to greet you.

Getting To Our Offices By Train:

1) Getting to Cardiff Central or Cardiff Queen Street:
Take the most convenient train from your location to Cardiff Central or Cardiff Queen Street station.

2) Getting to Dumfries Place From the Station:
Once you have arrived, Coal House is within walking distance of both stations. Cardiff Queen Street is the closest station, but the walk from Cardiff Central is also straightforward.

3) Walking to Coal House:

  • From Cardiff Queen Street:
    Exit the station and walk towards Churchill Way. Continue straight and turn onto Dumfries Place. Walk along Dumfries Place until you reach Coal House at number 10.

  • From Cardiff Central:
    Exit the station and walk through the city centre towards Queen Street. Continue on towards Churchill Way, then turn onto Dumfries Place. Walk along Dumfries Place until you reach Coal House at number 10.

Coal House is a modern office building located along the street, clearly signposted at street level.

Please note, we’re in a shared office building and are based on floors 2 and 3. Walk into Coal House and go to the elevator, push the button for floor 2, and take a right upon exiting the elevator. Press the button to be allowed in and you’ll be greeted by one of our colleagues, who will give you a guest pass and bring the interviewer over to greet you.

Dublin Office

Our Dublin office address details are below. Use the tabs above for step-by-step guides for getting here via train, bus, or car.

Office Location Details:

Bloodstone Building, Bloodstoney Road,

Dublin 2, DO2 KF24. Ireland

A photo of the Bloodstone building in Dublin.

Getting to Dublin City Centre By Bus

Most visitors will find it easiest to travel into Dublin City Centre first. A wide range of Dublin Bus routes serve central hubs such as O’Connell Street, Aston Quay, Eden Quay, Bachelor’s Walk, and Pearse Street — all of which connect easily to buses heading towards Dublin 2 and the Docklands area.

Popular bus routes regularly serving central Dublin include:

  • 1, 7, 7a, 15, 27, 46A, 47, 77A, 145, and several others operating along the quays and main city corridors.
  • You can also use the Luas Red Line to George’s Dock, Mayor Square, or Spencer Dock, which brings you into the Docklands with good onward walking or bus connections.

Travelling from Dublin City Centre to Bloodstone Building

Once in the City Centre, you can connect to buses that serve Ringsend, South Docklands, and Grand Canal Dock, all of which bring you close to Bloodstoney Road.

Useful routes include:

  • Bus 1 (Sandymount direction) — serves Pearse Street and nearby stops.
  • Bus 47 — serves Charlotte Quay, a short walk from the office.
  • Bus 56a / 77a — to Ringsend Village, around 10–12 minutes’ walk from the office.
  • Bus 760 — Docklands services depending on time of day.

Check the Transport for Ireland (TFI) Journey Planner or Google Maps for the next available service, as timetables vary by time and day.

Walking to the Bloodstone Building

Depending on where your bus drops you off, here’s the simplest walking route from a common arrival point:

From Ringsend Road / Barrow Street area (common stop location):

  1. Start at Ringsend Road near the junction with Barrow Street (close to Google’s European HQ and Grand Canal Dock Station).
  2. Walk towards Grand Canal Dock, keeping the water on your left.
  3. Continue straight onto Haddington Road / Grand Canal Street Upper, then turn onto Bloodstoney Road.
  4. The Bloodstone Building will be visible as one of the prominent modern office buildings in Dublin 2.

Walking time is typically 6–10 minutes, depending on your exact drop‑off point.

Finding Our Office Inside the Bloodstone Building

  • Enter through the main reception of the Bloodstone Building.
  • Take the lift or stairs to Floor 1 (first floor above ground level).
  • Follow the internal signage for our office suite.
  • Press the ringer/buzzer at the main office door.
  • A member of our team will greet you, provide a guest pass, and bring your interviewer or host to meet you.

Driving to the Bloodstone Building

Our new office is located at:

Bloodstone Building, Bloodstoney Road, Dublin 2, D02 KF24, Ireland

The Docklands area is well connected by major city routes, and most GPS or sat‑nav systems will recognise the address without issue. Traffic can be busy during peak times, so we recommend allowing extra travel time when entering the city centre.

Approaching from Dublin City Centre

  1. Head southeast from the quays towards Pearse Street or City Quay.
  2. Continue towards Sir John Rogerson’s Quay, following signs for Ringsend and Grand Canal Dock.
  3. Turn onto Bloodstoney Road; the Bloodstone Building will appear shortly along this route on the left‑hand side.

Approaching from the Dublin Port Tunnel / Northside

  1. Exit the Tunnel and follow signs for the City Centre / East Link Bridge.
  2. Cross the East Link (Tom Clarke) Bridge toward Ringsend.
  3. At the roundabout, follow the exit for Ringsend Road.
  4. Turn onto South Bank Road, which leads directly into Bloodstoney Road.
  5. The Bloodstone Building will be ahead on your left.

Parking Information

The building includes an underground car park with lift access directly to the 1st floor, making it ideal for visitors. [Useful Information | SharePoint]

If you’re using a hired vehicle or unfamiliar with Dublin’s one‑way systems, we recommend planning your route beforehand using Google Maps or the TFI journey planner.

Finding Our Office Inside the Bloodstone Building

  • Enter through the main reception.
  • Take the lift or stairs to Floor 1.
  • Follow the internal signage to our office suite.
  • Press the ringer/buzzer beside our door and a colleague will greet you, provide a guest pass, and notify your host or interviewer.

Arriving into Dublin by Train

Dublin’s main rail stations offer convenient access to the Docklands area, where our office is located. The two most commonly used stations for visitors are:

  • Grand Canal Dock Station (the closest rail link)
  • Connolly Station (major hub for DART, Irish Rail, and LUAS Red Line)

Both stations provide reliable connections from regional and commuter services.

From Grand Canal Dock Station to Bloodstone Building

Grand Canal Dock Station is the most convenient railway arrival point.

  1. Exit the station onto Barrow Street.
  2. Walk straight down Barrow Street toward Grand Canal Square (you’ll pass Google’s European HQ).
  3. Continue towards Benson Street, then turn right onto South Bank Road.
  4. Follow the road as it becomes Bloodstoney Road.
  5. The Bloodstone Building, Bloodstoney Road, Dublin 2, D02 KF24, will be visible ahead on your left.

Walking time: 5–7 minutes.

From Connolly Station to Bloodstone Building

If your train arrives into Connolly Station:

  1. Exit Connolly onto Amiens Street.
  2. Head towards the Luas Red Line stop directly outside the station.
  3. Take any Luas service heading toward The Point and alight at George’s Dock or Mayor Square–NCI.
  4. Walk through the Docklands towards Sir John Rogerson’s Quay.
  5. Turn onto Bloodstoney Road and continue straight until you reach the Bloodstone Building.

Walking time from the Luas stop: 10–14 minutes.

Finding Our Office Inside the Bloodstone Building

  • Enter via the main reception.
  • Take the lift or stairs to Floor 1 (first floor above ground).
  • Follow the internal signage to our office entrance.
  • Press the ringer/buzzer beside the door, and our team will greet you, issue a guest pass, and collect your host or interviewer.

Frequently asked questions

We are committed to the growth and development of our employees. We offer various professional development opportunities, including training programs, mentorship, and access to industry conferences. Career progression is supported through regular performance reviews and individual development plans.

Our company culture is collaborative, inclusive, and driven by innovation. We value open communication, teamwork, and a positive work environment where diverse perspectives are celebrated. We encourage a healthy work-life balance and promote a supportive and engaging workplace. You can check out our social media pages, that showcases our culture.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salaries, health and wellness programs, cycle-to-work schemes, and much more. Additional perks may include flexible working arrangements, professional development opportunities, various employee discounts, generous paid time off, life insurance, and access to health resources. Our aim is to support our employees’ overall well-being and professional growth

We believe in the importance of work-life balance and offer flexible working hours generous leave policies. We encourage our employees to take time off when needed and support a culture where personal and professional commitments are respected.

We look for candidates who demonstrate strong problem-solving skills, a collaborative mindset, and a proactive attitude. Depending on the role, specific technical skills, industry experience, and leadership qualities may be important. We value candidates who align with our company values and are passionate about their work.

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We actively promote diversity in our hiring practices, provide training on inclusion, and support various employee resource groups. Our goal is to create an environment where everyone feels valued and respected.

Our onboarding process is designed to help new hires integrate smoothly into the company. It includes an induction programme, introductions to key team members, and training on company policies and procedures and products We provide ongoing support and resources to ensure a successful transition into your new role.

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