The Grade D & E vacancies are essentially the same role and candidates will be assessed using the same interview but performance expectations will be slightly lower of Grade D candidates.
What to Listen / Probe For
1.
Technical Knowledge – Depth
Strong grasp of core technologies relevant to the role; able to explain complex topics clearly.
How they architect, troubleshoot, design, or optimise systems.
Clear reasoning, structured explanations, practical experience, ability to simplify complexity.
2.
Technical Knowledge – Breadth / Outside Core Skillset
Awareness of adjacent technologies, tools, frameworks; curiosity beyond their specialism.
Examples of exploring new tech, side projects, learning paths.
Demonstrates broad understanding; mentions patterns, tooling, methodologies used outside main expertise.
Reliable, structured, outcome‑focused; understands delivery frameworks (agile/DevOps/etc.).
How they plan work, communicate progress, manage deadlines, adapt to blockers.
Speaks in terms of value, delivery increments, clarity of ownership, iterative improvements.
1 = Proposed technical solution not aligned to problem
4.
Handling Difficulties / Problem‑Solving
Logical, calm under pressure, able to break down issues and apply systematic troubleshooting.
How they diagnosed a real incident, resolved a conflict, or navigated a technical unknown.
Uses structured thinking (root cause, patterns, logs, tooling); learns from failures.
Collaborative, respectful, team‑oriented; fits LBG’s culture of continuous learning and support.
How they communicate, work with others, seek feedback.
Displays self‑awareness, emotional intelligence, openness, proactive communication.
Adaptable to change, willing to take on new challenges, comfortable with ambiguity.
Times they pivoted direction, supported new initiatives, responded to shifting priorities.
Demonstrates agility, resilience, ability to thrive in evolving environments.
1 = Follow process to letter
5 = Role models agility to achieve wider goal
7.
Upskill Potential & Knowledge Sharing
Teachable, growth mindset, able to learn quickly and help others grow.
How they’ve self‑developed, mentored others, or built team capability.
Evidence of continuous learning; explains concepts clearly; contributes to team improvement.
2 = Follows direction to acquire new skills
4 = Evidences applying new learning proactively