HR Interview Questions

What is the best way to answer the HR question: "Tell me about yourself"?

• List your hobbies and personal interests

• Share your professional journey, key strengths, and career goals

• Say you prefer not to talk about yourself

• Talk only about your academic grades

Which of the following is most important in an HR interview for an investment banking role?

• Dressing stylishly

• Showing in-depth knowledge of company operations

• Showing strong communication and teamwork skills

• Asking about salary and perks first

A good answer to "Why do you want to join investment banking?" should include:

• It pays well

• You're fascinated by market dynamics and high-impact deals

• Your family wants you to join

• It's your backup career

What is the STAR method used for in interviews?

• Evaluating company culture

• Structuring responses to behavioral questions

• Explaining academic achievements

• Ranking job offers

In HR interviews, how should a candidate talk about weaknesses?

• Deny having any

• Share one and explain how you're working to improve it

• Joke about one to lighten the mood

• Say you're a perfectionist and leave it there

What is the interviewer most likely trying to assess when they ask: "Where do you see yourself in 5 years?"

• Your family plans

• Your ability to stay committed and set career goals

• If you're planning to resign early

• Your interest in traveling abroad

If you're asked about a time you handled pressure, which of these responses is MOST effective?

• "I avoid pressure whenever possible."

• "I panic for a while, but get things done eventually."

• "Let me walk you through a project where I faced a tight deadline and how I handled it."

• "Pressure isn't something I'm comfortable discussing."

Which of the following soft skills is LEAST relevant for a junior investment banking analyst?

• Time management

• Emotional resilience

• Basic coding in Python

• Communication with stakeholders

What does a "fit" interview primarily assess in investment banking recruitment?

• Your knowledge of stock trading

• Your alignment with the bank's culture and values

• Your ability to calculate EBITDA

• Your MBA specialization

What's the BEST way to follow up after an HR interview?

• Send a thank-you email within 24 hours

• Call the interviewer repeatedly for updates

• Ask about salary immediately

• Add the interviewer on all social media platforms