Associate applicants have rated the interview process at Actis with 4 out of 5 (where 5 is the highest level of difficulty) and assessed their interview experience as 100% positive. To compare, the company-average is 50% positive. This is according to Glassdoor user ratings.
Candidates applying for Associate roles take an average of 90 days to get hired, when considering 1 user submitted interviews for this role. To compare, the hiring process at Actis overall takes an average of 90 days.
Common stages of the interview process at Actis as a Associate according to 1 Glassdoor interviews include:
Presentation: 50%
Skills test: 50%
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I applied online. The process took 2 months. I interviewed at Actis (Dubai) in May 2023
Interview
The Actis case interview typically includes building a detailed financial model, often a three-statement buyout model, to assess a potential investment. Candidates are expected to analyze an asset—usually in the energy or infrastructure space—and develop a clear investment thesis. After modeling, you’ll prepare a short investment pitch or memo outlining key merits, risks, and areas for due diligence. The final part usually involves presenting your findings to Actis professionals and defending your assumptions in a Q&A. Strong modeling skills and the ability to communicate investment logic clearly are crucial for success.
I applied online. I interviewed at Actis (London, England)
Interview
The interview process consists of four rounds, the first is an online exam - with finance type questions, the second round is s face to face interview with a pair of associates - consisting of a fit interview and a hypothetical case question. The third phase is a case study, for completion over 72 hours, with a financial model and presentation.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
For the technical interview, they give you a scenario and you have to detail what factors you would consider for an infrastructure investment in the region the plant is in.
I applied online. The process took 3 months. I interviewed at Actis (Singapore) in Jan 2023
Interview
Took two three months in total. Online based math and accounting tests, two fit interviews, a 72-hour case study, a presentation of the materials and a final interview with MD