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Career Stories

Two videos to help you prepare for your application and interview at Autotrader

Practical tips to help you feel confident from application to interview.

Published 11 days ago
Career Stories

What’s it really like working in tech at Autotrader?

Go behind the scenes with the people solving problems and developing their careers here.

Published 11 days ago
Careers Stories

Balancing Code, Leadership, and Motherhood: A Tech Lead's Journey at Autotrader

Tech Lead Neelam Kediyal shares an inside look at inclusive leadership, teamwork, and parenthood.

Published 17 days ago
Careers Stories

Greg Astley, Senior Developer: An Anxious Imposter On The Droidcon Roster – My Journey to Public Speaking

Senior developer Greg shares how he overcame imposter feelings to speak at Droidcon.

Published 2 months ago
Career Stories

Job hunting safely: How to spot recruitment scams and protect yourself

Learn how to spot fake job opportunities and protect yourself while job hunting.

Published 2 months ago
Career Stories

Making the Most of AI in Your Application: Tips for Success

The Recruitment Team understand just how challenging and time-consuming applying for a job can be.

Published 2 months ago
Career Stories

Which Partnership role is right for you? A guide to sales teams at Autotrader

Looking for a career in sales and partnerships, but not sure where you'd fit best?

Published 3 months ago
Community

The Little Things That Make a Big Difference

Explore the everyday perks and benefits that make a difference to colleagues at Autotrader.

Published 3 months ago
Community

Sports and Social Clubs

Explore Autotrader's sports and social clubs and how shared interests help colleagues connect.

Published 3 months ago
Early Careers

Finding My Feet: My Summer at Autotrader

Psychology student Jasmine reflects on her summer internship and workplace culture at Autotrader.

Published 3 months ago
Connected Working

More Than Hybrid, It's Connected

Learn how Autotrader's connected working approach combines flexibility with collaboration.

Published 4 months ago
Career Stories

Getting off to a Great Start

Picture this: you've just accepted a job offer with us.

Published 4 months ago
Early Careers

Autotrader Engineering Academy

Celebrate 10 years of Autotrader's engineering apprenticeship and the careers it has launched.

Published 1 year ago
Connected Working

Self-Care Summer 2025

Take part in Autotrader's Self-Care Summer Challenge, designed to support wellbeing and connection.

Published 1 year ago
Early Careers

Kickstart your career with Autotrader's Graduate Academy

Discover Autotrader's Graduate Academy, with practical projects and support for new graduates.

Published 1 year ago
Diversity and Inclusion

Making reasonable adjustments work: what to expect

Learn what reasonable adjustments can do to remove barriers during recruitment.

Published 1 year ago
Community

10 years of making a difference

Discover how Autotrader colleagues make a difference in communities across the UK.

Published 1 year ago
Career Stories

Our engineer assessment experience

Discover Autotrader's multi-stage engineering assessment and how it looks beyond a CV.

Published 1 year ago
Career Stories

My time at Autotrader as a Customer Experience Specialist

Hey everyone! I'm Phoebe, a Customer Experience Specialist here at Autotrader

Published 1 year ago
Community

Java at 30, the birthday episode

On this episode of Roadmap, we're celebrating Java's 30th Birthday with a one-off birthday special.

Published 1 year ago
Early Careers

Kickstart your career with Autotrader's Apprentice Academy

Explore Autotrader's Apprentice Academy, with practical projects and support to launch your career.

Published 2 years ago
Early Careers

My Journey with Autotrader as a Sales Executive Apprentice

A sales apprentice shares why he joined Autotrader, his training and interview tips.

Published 2 years ago
Career Stories

Autotrader 2024 product update

Explore the 2024 product updates shaped by technology and customer insight.

Published 2 years ago
Career Stories

This is Abby, AT her most collaborative

Abby reflects on her Product and Tech career, leadership and supporting women in engineering.

Published 2 years ago
Community

A data scientist, a data analyst, and a digital analyst walk into a coffee shop. How does the barista tell them apart?

A guide to the differences between data scientists, data analysts and digital analysts.

Published 2 years ago
Career Stories

This is Farooq, AT his most considered

Farooq reflects on a 15-year career across tech, product and operations, and lessons in trust.

Published 2 years ago
Career Stories

This is Ollie, AT his most enthused

Ollie shares how setbacks, gratitude and optimism have shaped his decade at Autotrader.

Published 2 years ago
Community

Making a difference as a tech company

Discover how Autotrader's community guilds help colleagues make a positive local impact.

Published 2 years ago
Career Stories

Our people AT their most driven (literally)

Abby, Catherine, Farooq and Ollie hit the road in a VW Buzz to share their career stories.

Published 2 years ago
Career Stories

This is Lizzie, AT her most innovative

Lizzie shares how accessible design and continued learning have shaped her career.

Published 2 years ago
Career Stories

This is Chad, AT his most productive

Chad's 10-year journey took him from customer service apprentice to account manager.

Published 2 years ago
Early Careers

Life as a Graduate Account Manager at Autotrader - my journey so far

Moyosola reflects on her first year as a Graduate Account Manager at Autotrader.

Published 2 years ago
Diversity and Inclusion

Making reasonable adjustments

Sophie shares how adjustments support her as a visually impaired graduate.

Published 2 years ago
Career Stories

This is Nichola, AT her most honest

Nichola reflects on the skills that have helped her build a career at Autotrader since 2005.

Published 2 years ago
Career Stories

Our people, AT their most adaptable

Chad, Nichola and Lizzie share what they enjoy about their roles and career journeys.

Published 2 years ago
Career Stories

This is Nina, AT her most engaged

After a career change, Nina trains colleagues and helps improve the customer experience.

Published 2 years ago
Career Stories

This is Brandon, AT his most enterprising

Brandon's resourcefulness took him from Tech Support to Android development and leadership.

Published 2 years ago
Career Stories

This is Gina, AT her most driven

Gina explains how software testing drives her growth and career at Autotrader.

Published 2 years ago
Career Stories

Our people, AT their most entertaining

Gina, Brandon, Jean and Nina share what motivates them and why they enjoy their jobs.

Published 2 years ago
Career Stories

This is John, AT his most committed

John leads the Business Insights and Finance System team.

Published 2 years ago
Career Stories

This is Byron, AT his most confident

Byron shares his path from graduate developer to principal, and how learning built his confidence.

Published 2 years ago
Career Stories

This is Katie, AT her most Intrigued

Katie shares her career journey from technical support to leading digital retail operations.

Published 2 years ago
Career Stories

This is Rachael, AT her most proud

Rachael shares her move from client development to automotive finance and the value of an open mind.

Published 2 years ago
Career Stories

Our people AT their most enthusiastic

Byron, Katie and Rachael share their perspectives on career progression at Autotrader.

Published 2 years ago
Career Stories

Our people, AT their most supportive

Heather and Peter explain how personal development plans can support career growth.

Published 2 years ago
Career Stories

Our people, AT their most passionate

Heather and Peter explain how Learning and Development supports colleagues' career growth.

Published 2 years ago
Connected Working

My Autotrader summer!

Learn about Autotrader's seasonal remote-working option and summer programme.

Published 2 years ago
Career Stories

This is Aidan, AT his most inquisitive

Aidan shares his journey from apprentice engineer to delivery lead, including personal challenges.

Published 2 years ago
Career Stories

This is Jen, AT her most compassionate

Jen's journey from sales support to People Operations Manager shows growth and resilience.

Published 2 years ago
Career Stories

This is Mark, AT his most encouraging

Mark shares 18 years of growth, from customer queries to leading the Vehicle Check Squad.

Published 2 years ago
Career Stories

Our people, AT their most energised

Mark, Eniya and Aidan share their experiences of career progression at Autotrader.

Published 3 years ago
Career Stories

This is Kerrie, AT her most determined

Kerrie shares her journey from sales consultant to team leader while balancing motherhood.

Published 3 years ago
Career Stories

This is Dolapo, AT his most dynamic

From the pitch to product: Dolapo's career switch was driven by passion and support.

Published 3 years ago
Early Careers

Life as a Graduate Data Analyst

Join me, Marcus, as I take you through my experience as a Graduate Data Analyst at Autotrader.

Published 3 years ago
Career Stories

This is Bryony, AT her most curious

From account management to marketing, Bryony has always embraced challenges head-on.

Published 3 years ago
Career Stories

Our people, at their most engaged

Dolapo, Bryony and Jake share quick insights into career progression at Autotrader.

Published 3 years ago
Career Stories

This is Cole, AT his most supported

Cole explores the many areas of software development he can try at Autotrader.

Published 3 years ago
Career Stories

This is Jenni, AT her most progressive

Jenni traces her journey from data entry to customer service and a tech apprenticeship.

Published 3 years ago
Career Stories

This is Sarah, AT her very best

Sarah reflects on her graduate programme and the value of staying true to yourself.

Published 3 years ago
Career Stories

This is Alice, AT her happiest

Meet Alice, a Tech Lead who grew her career in unexpected ways.

Published 3 years ago
Career Stories

Our people, AT their most insightful

Autotrader colleagues share career tips, professional journeys and ambitions for the future.

Published 3 years ago
Diversity and Inclusion

Diverse Talent Accelerator Programme

Helen and Tony explain how Autotrader created a programme to develop diverse future leaders.

Published 3 years ago
Career Stories

Autotrader 2023 product update

See how Autotrader's engineers used data to improve products for car buyers and sellers.

Published 3 years ago
Diversity and Inclusion

Social mobility

Sarah shares Autotrader's social mobility work and tips for starting conversations.

Published 3 years ago
Diversity and Inclusion

Tackling anxiety

Beth shares mental health awareness activities and support available to Autotrader colleagues.

Published 3 years ago
Sustainability

Going green behind the wheel

Explore activities from Autotrader's first Green Week and the benefits of sustainable choices.

Published 4 years ago
Community

Make a difference Christmas party

Autotrader and Forever Manchester welcomed local people to a community Christmas celebration.

Published 4 years ago
Sustainability

Eco-friendly motoring choices

Erin Baker explores how manufacturers and drivers are making motoring more sustainable.

Published 4 years ago
Career Stories

Find your fresh start: Monica's story

Monica shares what she enjoys about account management and how learning has shaped her career.

Published 4 years ago
Career Stories

Find your fresh start: Oliver's story

Oliver explains how his customer support role lets him use his skills and make a difference.

Published 4 years ago
Early Careers

Llinos's application experience

Llinos describes how anxiety and neurodiversity shaped her graduate job application experience.

Published 4 years ago