I applied online. The process took 2 months. I interviewed at HSBC (Hong Kong) in Jan 2016
Interview
It was a rather long process between each stage. Very friendly assessors, however the downside is that there is no feedback when you are unsuccessful. A lot of emphasis on why HSBC and also how well the candidate has demonstrated HSBCs values in the past.
I applied online. The process took 3 months. I interviewed at HSBC
Interview
5 rounds: CV, Online Assessment through SHL, one-way Video Interview, Group Case, and Final Interview. Total time taken from beginning till end: 3 months.
I believe a strong CV with relevant experience in banking or activities that shows yourself as a dynamic person with good problem-solving mindset (case competitions, side projects) is a key to successfully pass first 3 rounds.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
One-way video interview:
+ Describe the most challenging situation that you have faced. How did you handle it?
+ Give me an example of a time when you changed your own ways of working in response to a change at work
+ Describe a time when you went through a series of steps to influence an individual or group on an important issue.
Group case: short and simple case on strategy.
Final Interview: Motivation for HSBC, MA program and the applied division; situational questions like time management, conflict management
1. Self-Introduction: Talk about personal experience and past projects as well as schoolwork 2. Company Question: Ask something about HSBC, like their strategies, prospects, improvements, etc 3. Market View: Your view on the current market condition
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
1. Self-Introduction 2. Company Question 3. Market View
The first step is a phone interview regarding your intent to apply for the position and other easy questions such as your amenability to relocate for the job. Next is an online assessment regarding the parallelism of your core values with that of the company.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Will you be willing to relocate in (location of office) if you are accepted for the position?