AXA Arctic Shores Practice
Comprehensive preparation guide for AXA's Arctic Shores assessment
Assessment Time
30-40 min
Part of recruitment process
Games Included
8-10 games
Cognitive & behavioral
Difficulty
Moderate
Practice recommended
About AXA's Arctic Shores Assessment
AXA, one of the world's largest insurance and financial services groups, uses Arctic Shores psychometric assessments as part of their early-stage recruitment screening for graduate programmes and professional roles. The assessment evaluates the cognitive abilities and behavioral traits that underpin success in AXA's fast-paced, customer-focused environment — spanning insurance, investment, and health businesses across the UK.
What to Expect
- Cognitive tasks measuring analytical thinking and processing speed
- Risk and reward decision-making games
- Memory and sustained attention tasks
- Behavioral assessments aligned with AXA's values
- Emotional recognition and interpersonal skills tasks
AXA Roles Using Arctic Shores
Graduate Programmes
- General Insurance Graduate
- Actuarial Graduate Scheme
- Technology Graduate Programme
- Finance Graduate Scheme
Experienced Hire
- Underwriting
- Claims Management
- Digital & Data
- Risk & Compliance
Top Tips for AXA's Assessment
Practice Beforehand
Familiarity with game formats significantly reduces anxiety and improves performance. Research shows 60-80% of candidates fail assessments without preparation.
Understand AXA's values
AXA's behavioral assessment surfaces traits aligned with their values: customer centricity, integrity, courage, and one AXA. Being familiar with these helps you understand what the games are designed to measure.
Minimise distractions
Complete the assessment in a quiet environment. Many tasks require sustained concentration and interruptions will directly affect your scores.
Be consistent
The assessment captures patterns across multiple tasks. Respond naturally and consistently rather than trying to second-guess individual questions.
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Begin AXA Assessment PracticeFrequently Asked Questions
How long is AXA's Arctic Shores assessment?
The assessment typically takes 30-40 minutes and is completed online as part of AXA's early recruitment screening.
What does AXA look for in the results?
AXA matches cognitive and behavioral profiles to specific role requirements. They look for candidates with strong analytical skills, sound judgment, and traits that align with their values. There is no single pass/fail threshold.
Is practicing helpful for AXA's assessment?
Yes. Practice helps you understand the game formats, build speed on cognitive tasks, and reduce anxiety so you can perform at your natural best on the day.