What do we look for in a candidate?

Applying for a job can be stressful. What are they really looking for? How do I show that I'm the right person for the role? On this page, we hope to answer most of the questions you might have in the application process.

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How much do my grades weigh in getting a job?

In short, we look at the whole package of knowledge, tools and qualifications — not just grades. When you have a bachelor’s or master’s degree, we know that you are equipped with knowledge and tools that you will benefit from in your job. This counts more for us than the combination of subjects or what your grades are.

What kind of qualifications are you looking for?

A great candidate isn’t defined by grades or which school they attended. For us, it is important that you have both good analytical and interpersonal abilities.
We’re looking for people who are proactive and eager to learn, who thrive in a fast-paced environment where things happen and you get to make an impact.

What should I emphasize during the job interview?

What makes a candidate stand out in the interview is this: You’re genuinely enthusiastic and curious – about your possible role and about Orkla Home & Personal Care. You know your field, and you take the time to reflect on both the answers you give and the questions you ask.

We want to work with people who love our products and what we work for. If we can’t see it during the interview, it’s hard to know if you’re going to enjoy it here. Talk about your favourite commercial, product or anything else you’ve noticed. And don’t forget to show us who you are! Answer the questions honestly, and don’t answer with what you think we want to hear.

What kind of professional development do you offer me?

We highly value development and training, and it happens in more ways than one. We offer courses, both digital and physical, for various specific segments (for example, supply chain academy, brand academy, sales academy and many, many more) that we recommend our employees to attend.

Beyond our academies (like the Supply Chain, Brand and Sales academies), a lot of your growth happens in your everyday work: through new challenges, collaboration across our sites and value chain, and a culture where we share knowledge openly.