I applied online. I interviewed at Bloomberg (Londres, Inglaterra) in Jan 2021
Interview
The phone interview at Bloomberg for the Global Data team in London was a highly professional and engaging experience. The interview process was structured and focused on assessing my skills, knowledge, and fit for the role. The interviewer asked a combination of technical, behavioral, and situational questions, allowing me to showcase my expertise and demonstrate my understanding of the financial markets and data analysis. Overall, it was a pleasant and informative exchange with an emphasis on clear communication and a genuine interest in my potential as a candidate.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Can you tell us about yourself and your background in the financial industry? Why are you interested in working at Bloomberg, specifically in the Global Data team? How do you keep up-to-date with financial markets and economic news? Describe a time when you had to analyze a large dataset and present your findings. What tools and techniques did you use? Can you explain the difference between a stock, a bond, and a commodity? Provide examples of each. How would you handle a situation where you need to meet tight deadlines, and you have multiple tasks to complete? Describe a time when you had to work with a difficult team member. How did you handle the situation? Can you provide an example of when you had to use critical thinking skills to solve a problem at work? How do you ensure data accuracy and integrity when working with financial information? What are some key financial ratios and metrics that investors use to evaluate companies, and why are they important?
Video call with 2-3 rounds interview with different people. Case was given in a group setting that you have to work with other candidates. After that you will get into breakout rooms for 1-2-1 interviews where they will ask about your motivation to join the company and why this role.
Did one interview I thought it went well but I was rejected at the first stage. Asked for feedback they said they choosed somebody already in the department.
Waste of time.
Day0: HR reached out me on Linkedin,
Day1: I submitted my application in the private link provided by HR.
Day15: Received an HR phone interview invitation.
Day22: HR phone interview.