I applied online. I interviewed at Bloomberg (London, England) in Mar 2015
Interview
Applied Online
Most of the questions were motivational and competency based.
It was a 40min phone interview and the interviewer was very friendly.
After the interview she gave also tips for the next round, which was really nice.
I could prepare for most the questions through glassdoor.
So for everyone who is applying for Bloomberg,
it is highly recommendable to read through the reviews here.
I passed the phone interview, but still waiting for the next invitation email.
If a company wants to raise fund what options they have?
What are pro/contras raising fund with shares/bonds?
If there is an angry client what would you do?
Essential traits/skills a sales person need
What would a non-financial corporate do with Bloomberg Terminal?
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Why Bloomberg
What do you know about Bloomberg
What is Bloomberg Tradebook
Difference between Terminal and Tradebook
An article you recently read
The process took 3 weeks. I interviewed at Bloomberg
Interview
First there was a phone screening from HR where I was asked about my interest in the position, Bloomberg, and behavioral type questions about my past experiences. Later that week I got an email asking that I come into their office for a first round in-house interview (aka their Super Day). The super day was intense - there were about 25 of us. They set us up in a large conference room with speed dating type tables. I interviewed with a person from Sales and another from Analytics (each was a half hour long). They asked behavioral questions and some finance questions. Generally they want to get a feel for why you choose Bloomberg. The same day they took us on a tour of the building and showed a brief overview of "the Bloomberg."
I was asked back for a second in-house interview where I met with a senior sales manager and a senior executive. This final round was much more difficult. They really tested my knowledge of sales and finance.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
What is the difference between sell side and buy side?
What are the current stories you're following in the market?
Have you used the terminal before?
Sell me you favorite app.
Why are you interested in sales?
I applied online. The process took 2 weeks. I interviewed at Bloomberg (Mumbai)
Interview
First round normal hr questions followed by two round in Bloomberg office. Questions are straight forward with not so much on emphasis. Terminal past experience added more benefit in interview i presume
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Who are the competitor of Bloomberg product segment