How much thinking time do you usually get in a Civil Service video interview?

Thinking Time in Civil Service Recorded and Live Video Interviews

Hello,

I have been invited to a recorded video interview for an AO role. The email confirms that questions will appear on screen, but it does not state how much time I will have before the recording begins.

I have seen different timings mentioned online and do not know what to practise against.

Is there a standard amount of thinking time?

Quick Answer

There is no single standard thinking time across every Civil Service video interview. Use the invitation and platform instructions as the source for your campaign, and contact the vacancy team before starting where an important timing detail is missing.

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