I applied through college or university. The process took 2 weeks. I interviewed at HSBC (London, England) in Nov 2024
Interview
HSBC uses several methods to conduct interviews with candidates, which range from video interviewing technology through to over the telephone or in-person meetings. Regardless of the method of interview, we will ask you about specific occasions when you have demonstrated a particular ability.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Tell me about a time when you had to learn something new within a short deadline. How did you go about it? Did you face any challenges?
I applied online. The process took 3 weeks. I interviewed at HSBC in Apr 2026
Interview
The recruitment process involves completing an initial video interview, followed by an HR phone screening. Successful candidates will then progress to a final business interview with the relevant department heads.
1st round: 1v1 initial questions, around 3-5 questions
Self-introdcution, what you study at school, why you choose work at Mainland China, compare Shenzhen and Hong Kong
2nd round: 1v1 with Manager, behavior and a little technical questions
Application -> Online Assessment -> Video Interview -> Interview. The online assessment include behavioural questions and numerical with different sections so you don't have to complete all the questions if you don't want to.