Glassdoor users rated their interview experience at Barclays as 100% positive with a difficulty rating score of 2 out of 5 (where 5 is the highest level of difficulty). Candidates interviewing for Contractor and rated their interviews as the hardest, whereas interviews for Contractor and roles were rated as the easiest.
The hiring process at Barclays takes an average of 30 days when considering 1 user submitted interviews across all job titles. Candidates applying for Contractor had the quickest hiring process (on average 30 days), whereas Contractor roles had the slowest hiring process (on average 30 days).
7 interviews covering various competencies separately with the final one with the Line Manager. However, covering one competency individually allows one to get into the depths and useful for the candiates and employer.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Give us an example when you achieved a difficult task or something which you are proud of.
I applied through an employee referral. I interviewed at Barclays (Glasgow, Escocia)
Interview
The interview process was smooth and well-structured. I applied through a referral, which helped streamline the initial steps. The process began with an initial call from a recruiter to assess my basic fit for the role, covering my experience, skills, and overall alignment with the position.
Following this, I had a technical interview with two managers, where we discussed my technical expertise, problem-solving approach, and relevant experience in depth. The discussions were engaging and insightful, making the process both interesting and professionally enriching. Interviewers were helping; do not worry. They are friendly and want you to succeed.
I successfully received an offer; however, unfortunately, I couldn't proceed further as my visa process couldn't be completed in time.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Some basic questions on testing and questions on Barclays principles.
Heavily behavioral based, more difficult than standard questions. Multiple rounds, technical was explaining project + cs fundamentals + last round was a situational. Requires you to have a high level understanding of modern technical domains.