I applied online. The process took 2 weeks. I interviewed at HSBC (London, England) in Aug 2021
Interview
Mid market M&A team interview process consisted of a technical interview, 3 hour LBO modelling test, then a final interview with the team MD. I enjoyed the modelling test as I was able to do it in my own time and return it once finished
Assessment Centre: - Competency Questions (“name a time…”) - Case Study Presentation on a precedent M&A transaction (2 hours to review information and prepare a short presentation, 15 minutes to present to a panel of senior bankers)
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Name a time that you have successfully worked as part of a team
I applied through a recruiter. The process took 2 months. I interviewed at HSBC (London, England) in Mar 2022
Interview
2 round interview process. Very informal and relaxed conversations with different members of the team. A case study was incorporated as part of the process. The interviews were all virtual.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Tell me about developments in the market which will impact the business