Resume sent in through Bloomberg careers site and then the submission of an online test through Plum.
I failed at the Plum test, but the contents were:
- part 1: problem solving , finding the image that matched the sequence
- part 2: personality, you get asked a series of questions that are coupled with a list of statements and you pick which is most&least like you
- part 3: work situations, how you would deal with conflict etc.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
You are newly appointed manager and tasked to work with team A. You hold meeting to discuss your action plan for a new project, the members of team A are usually very active and creative in solving problems. However they are barely participating in the meeting. What would you do? (not exact question)
I applied online. The process took 1 week. I interviewed at Bloomberg (Tokio) in Apr 2020
Interview
Submitted a resume, and was invited to do a online automated video interview. 4 questions, 2 English and 2 Japanese, with 30 seconds to prepare and 1-1 1/2 minutes to answer.
I applied online. The process took 3 weeks. I interviewed at Bloomberg (London, England) in Feb 2020
Interview
Starts with application form and 5 basic questions about: Why Bloomberg?, Why this department?, Strengths, Proudest accomplishment.
In my case, followed by a phone interview, basic behavioural questions. Use STAR technique and brush up on Bloomberg products.
Then assessment centre. Starts with job simulation, then group exercise, followed by interviews with team leaders and then managers. Final round is interview with the head of analytic/sales. Make sure you're knowledgeable about Bloomberg products and values and keep up to date with financial and technology news.