Consultant Test

When looking to fill a consultant position, it's important to make sure that the candidate has the skills necessary to do the job. A consultant skills test can help ensure that the candidate is a good fit for the position.

  • What is a consultant skills test?

    The consultant skills test is an assessment that is designed to be used as part of the recruitment process to help recruiters choose the right candidates for a role - based on the skills, aptitude, knowledge and experience that are actually essential to success.

    The test itself is administered online, sent to the applicants via an email link. This means that it can be sent to a large number of people at the same time, and the results are available immediately. Each applicant is asked the same questions, which are structured as multiple choice based on the specifics of the role.

    As part of a recruitment process, the addition of the consultant skills test provides simple, reliable, quantitative data that can be used to choose the right people to take further.

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  1. What is a consultant skills test?
  2. What are the benefits of using the consultant skills test for pre-screening?
  3. How our test measures consultant skills
  4. Consultant Test FAQs

Identify the best candidates and hire faster

Our pre-employment tests let you drill down to the best candidates at the click of a button.

  • Find those candidates who will excel in the role.

    Select the assessments that match the skills or behaviours for the position. You can test for software or coding competency, soft skills like teamwork, or personality traits, to be sure those who pass have high potential.

  • Reduce costs and time.

    No more laborious sifting of resumes or cover letters. Pick your ideal assessment mix, invite your applicants to take them, see the results in your dashboard. Get to the interview stage fast.

  • Eliminate bias.

    All your candidates take the assessments on a level playing field. Only their results determine whether they get shortlisted.

  • What are the benefits of using the consultant skills test for pre-screening?

    A consultant is usually used to help a company to improve, giving advice, making recommendations, and helping to implement changes. There are several types of consultants - some are more general, while others might come in to deal with a specific issue like IT, HR, or finance.

    Many businesses who are looking for a consultant will have specific needs, which means that it is usual for the prerequisites for the role to include specific qualifications such as a degree in finance, business studies, economics or project management, and some recruiters will be looking for professional qualifications such as those from the Institute of Consultants. These are simple to find in a resume or in an application form - but it is not always as simple to find how well a candidate can apply their knowledge in a workplace setting.

    The consultant skills test is designed to look for the actual aptitudes and abilities that are needed for success. Consultants need to be able to conduct research and make decisions to solve problems, present findings and create reports, and help to negotiate with employees, managers, and other stakeholders to make the needed changes. The consultant skills test allows candidates to demonstrate that they are adaptable with great communication, a project management mindset, and excellent commercial awareness.

    As every candidate answers the same questions in the assessment, they have an equal chance to show that they are capable, which means that the results can be used as quantitative data that determines which candidates have demonstrated their level of skills. Using this data, recruiters can select the best performers to take through to the next stage of the recruitment process.

    The simple application of the assessment makes the recruitment process more efficient, reducing the time, effort, and cost involved in finding the right people for a role as a consultant.

    This test could be used for other positions as well, such as:

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How our test measures consultant skills

Test questions are designed to assess industry-specific technical skills, soft skills, aptitude and suitable personality dimensions. Our data-driven approach provides results that enable you to determine how suited is a candidate for the role.

Depending on the type of question, the format of the test may vary. Multiple-choice questions are used to measure aptitude, technical skills and soft skills, while agreement on a Likert scale assesses suitable personality dimensions. Skills tests ensure that candidates are being evaluated in a precise and impartial manner, their results demonstrating the true knowledge and potential of each test taker.

The characteristics required to be a consultant were determined by looking at the skills and abilities listed in the US Department of Labor’s O*NET database, which collects data from professionals in various fields.

O*NET is the largest database of its kind, providing detailed information about occupations and the requirements for each role.

Our team of I/O psychologists and psychometrics worked closely with subject-matter experts to create an extensive question bank that can be used to test multiple candidates. We also conducted rigorous field testing with a representative sample of candidates to ensure that the questions were reliable and valid.

Test scores are averaged together to give an overall score. The average score is compared to other candidates' scores to ensure there is no bias toward certain candidates.

Our consultant test is constantly updated and optimized to ensure the best experience and results.

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Predictor of job success

Picked provides evidence-based recommendations for tests to use for over 750 jobs. Our recommendation engine leverages data from the Occupational Information Network (O*NET) developed by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA).

  • Assessments

    A full suite of assessments

    Our platform comes with 12 tests across both foundation and advanced levels so they’re suitable for everyone. Including aptitude, behavioural and personality tests, you’ll have a full range of tests to help you find the candidates you’re seeking.

  • Analytics

    An array of candidate metrics

    For each of your candidates, you’ll be given a comprehensive report. Included will be all the metrics you need to build a detailed picture of each candidate and ensure you’re making the right hiring decisions.

“The platform is so simple to use. I had used competitor providers for over six years and will never go back. Fast, efficient and friendly!”
Greg Chambers, HR Business Partner, Littlefish Ltd
Greg Chambers, HR Business Partner, Littlefish Ltd

Consultant Test FAQs

What are the most important skills for a consultant?

Consultants need skills like project management and problem solving, but they also need to be able to communicate efficiently with leadership and negotiation to help businesses make the right decisions that will help them improve.

How can I assess a candidate’s personality traits?

Personality traits are important in the workplace, because they have an impact on individual performance and the productivity of the team. You can learn more about a candidate and their work behavior and personality with a personality test.

Can I see what the test is like?

Yes, of course. You can try the test for free by signing up for a free trial.

Are these tests available in my plan?

We have a range of plans available. The difference between the plans is the number of test attempts permitted, not the type of tests. All our plans include our full test suite comprising all tests and all levels.

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Laurence Fishman, Partner, NLPCA
Laurence Fishman, Partner, NLPCA

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