I applied online. The process took 6 weeks. I interviewed at Charles River Development (Boston, MA) in Apr 2019
Interview
3 phone interviews, onsite interview in Boston, MA that also included analytical and written test.
Negatives:
1. Recruiter spent more time telling derogatory stories about past employees
2. The recruiter called me 3 weeks after the interview to check if I was still available
3. No one could provide a vision for their firm. The most honest person was an associate consultant
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
The focus was mainly on my past experience and how the investment management process was operationalized in places I had previously worked at
I applied through a staffing agency. The process took 3 weeks. I interviewed at Charles River Development (London, England) in Oct 2016
Interview
This is quite a long interview process, but at the same time I find it quite reassuring that people are so vetted. though I do hope that does not mean everyone takes himself or herself too seriously after!
Contrary to what others have said I did find it pretty easy, just a lot of time and work.
I met four people in total for competency based interviews, as well as soft skills interviews, which went well but I was very well prepared.
I also passed an analytical reasoning test which is based on LSAT I believe, I was warned that it was hard, and it said so in other reviews, but I passed quite easily.
I also had a written assessment to write.
Interview questions [2]
Question 1
LSAT test (analytical reasoning), this does require preparation..
Compentency based questions such as : what is the difference between repos in the UK, France and Italy, or which market data do you need to value such and such asset class...etc.
I applied online. The process took 3 months. I interviewed at Charles River Development
Interview
Strong focus on financial services industry knowledg and experience. A similar focus on project management, business analysis, and communication skills - you must be excellent in all three to have any chance.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Talk me through specificv examples of a project you have managed in the financial services industry