1. Online/Telephonic Screening (HR Round – 10 to 15 mins)
Purpose: Check communication, interest, and basic fit.
They will ask:
Tell me about yourself
Why patent drafting/IP?
Why Hourglass?
Are you okay with hybrid: 4 days WFO?
Expected salary & joining time
➡️ No technical questions here — mainly assessing your communication & motivation (as JD requires strong communication & learning ability).