I applied online. The process took 4 weeks. I interviewed at HSBC (London, England) in Sept 2020
Interview
Initial stage is SJT combined with a numerical. This consists of a few sections where each section has a few questions. It wasn't too bad and quite straightforward. The next stage is a job simulation and an online immersive which is yet to be done.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Q: How would you respond to a manager to thinks they know better?
I applied online. The process took 2 weeks. I interviewed at HSBC (Hong Kong) in Oct 2017
Interview
After completing the online application form, I was informed to participate in two online test. The first one is easier, which contained mostly situational judgmental questions in the form of 4-5 videos to explain the real working scenario situations. There were also some numeric calculations but not difficult.
After being informed that I passed the first round of online test, I was invited to the second one: the job simulation. This was much more difficult, which contained more professional knowledge in asset management, portfolio construction and some calculations. The time was too limited for me to accomplish all the questions.
Interview questions [2]
Question 1
Given 5 financial instruments (listed on the window) and the risk preferences of clients, please give a suggestion of how to construct their assets? (and why)
Note: the form was writing an essay in 10 minutes.
After you gave the asset management plans to the clients, they thought your plan was too risky and wanted to switch to your competitor, what would you do?
I applied online. The process took 5 weeks. I interviewed at HSBC (London, England) in Nov 2016
Interview
Applied online then had a behavioural interview on the phone. Got rejected after the phone interview. They really want you to have an solid foundation of knowledge for you to progress.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Why HSBC and what about this particular programme appeals to you?