Watch: The world's toughest job attracts 24 applicants

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The interviews
The interviews

A job advert appeared in the US for a Director of Operations for a firm called Rehtom. The listing made it clear that this wasn't going to be an easy role. Among the requirements were a 135 hour week, with no breaks and no holidays. They were also looking for a highly educated individual, with crisis management skills and endless patience.

The advert was seen by 2.7 million people, but they attracted just 24 applicants - who were in for a shock.%VIRTUAL-SkimlinksPromo%

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