I applied through a recruiter. The process took 3 months. I interviewed at EY (Nairobi) in Mar 2025
Interview
1. Application Submission
- Submit your resume and cover letter via EY’s career portal.
- Some roles may require answering screening questions or completing an online assessment.
2. Online Assessments (for Entry-Level/Graduate Roles)
- Situational Judgment Test (SJT):Assesses how you handle workplace scenarios.
- Numerical/Verbal Reasoning Tests: Evaluate problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Personality Questionnaire: Matches your traits with EY’s culture.
3. Video Interview (Pre-Recorded or Live)
- Pre-recorded (HireVue): Answer behavioral questions (e.g., teamwork, leadership) within a time limit.
- Live Video Interview: May involve competency-based questions with an HR representative.
4. Assessment Center (for Graduate & Experienced Hires)
If you pass initial stages, you may be invited to an in-person or virtual assessment day, which typically includes:
- Group Exercise: Case study discussion with other candidates to assess collaboration.
- Written/Presentation Exercise:Analyze a business scenario and present recommendations.
- EY-specific Case Study: Solve a problem related to EY’s services (e.g., audit risks, consulting strategy).
- Final Interview (Partner/Manager Interview): Behavioral and technical questions.
5. Final Interview (Behavioral & Technical)
- Behavioral Questions:
- "Tell me about a time you led a team."
- "Describe a situation where you handled a difficult client."
- "Why EY?" (Research EY’s values, like "Building a Better Working World.")
- Technical Questions (Role-Specific):
- Audit/Tax: Accounting standards, financial statements.
- Consulting/Advisory: Market trends, problem-solving cases.
- Cultural Fit: EY looks for candidates who align with their values (integrity, teamwork, innovation).
6. Offer & Onboarding
- Successful candidates receive an offer, followed by background checks.
- Entry-level hires may go through training programs.
I applied through college or university. The process took 4 weeks. I interviewed at EY (Zúrich) in Mar 2024
Interview
2 Interviews (einmal HR & einmal Team), nicht allzu schwierig, entspannte Atmosphäre, lange generell über das Leben/Unternehmen, nur wenige technische Fragen. Vom HR kamen die Standardfragen und auf einmal wurde auf Englisch geswitcht.
Average interview questions, fast peace and stressful environment. Interviewers seemed untrained and expected submissive candidates, making the interview process somehow uncomfortable compared to other org. Questions were average and generic.