Manager applicants have rated the interview process at Scotiabank with 3 out of 5 (where 5 is the highest level of difficulty) and assessed their interview experience as 100% positive. To compare, the company-average is 65% positive. This is according to Glassdoor user ratings.
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2 Interviews then a case study. The first interview was with the hiring manager and another Senior Manager, then a quick call with the Director. After both interviews, I was given a case study to complete and send back. Overall a smooth experience and it moved very quickly.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
What would your coworkers say is a good thing about working with you, and what would they say is a challenge? (i.e. strength & weakness)
I applied through an employee referral. The process took 1 week. I interviewed at Scotiabank (Toronto, ON) in Mar 2021
Interview
The interview had a SaS test, which is basically focused on the SQL part. It was not difficult. Then, there are behavioral interview to ask about your general background and some behavioral questions.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
How to merge two tables in the logic provided and perform some datetime string conversion.
Two rounds interview:
1) Direct reporting manager: python coding in Jupyter Notebook + theoretical question about stochastic differential equations
2) Directors from other teams & VP: previous projects + insights into FRTB regulation & shock methodology