Summer Analyst applicants have rated the interview process at HSBC with 3 out of 5 (where 5 is the highest level of difficulty) and assessed their interview experience as 100% positive. To compare, the company-average is 75% positive. This is according to Glassdoor user ratings.
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I applied online. I interviewed at HSBC (Shanghái, Shanghai) in Jan 2016
Interview
I attended the telephone interview. The HR asked a few designated questions and there was little interaction. No technical questions. Just asked about your motivation and some behavioural questions. The interview was conducted via Skype.
I applied online. I interviewed at HSBC (Londres, Inglaterra) in Nov 2015
Interview
It was in general a very inspiring experience. The assessment centre day started off with writing task, which was really hard and I felt I didn't have enough time. Then, there were interviews with senior staff, group activity. I really enjoyed the interviews, they were really nice and patient, asking questions to help me think better.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Based on a case study, what would you advice the owner of the company to do from HSBC's perspective.
I applied online. The process took 4 weeks. I interviewed at HSBC (Londres, Inglaterra) in Dec 2015
Interview
CV screen
Logical reasoning test
CV screen
behavioural phone interview
CV screen
Superday in London
Overall a typical behavioural phone interview, basic questions about HSBC and personality. Friendly and clear interviewer, clearly from HR as no market based questions were asked. CV was screened again by the department I was applying to.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Example of a challenge you have faced in a team
Actions that reflect HSBC's values