BNP Paribas Analyst Interview Questions
& Process
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and how the experience turned out.
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Candidate interview experiences
First-hand accounts from people who interviewed at BNP Paribas.
BNP Paribas
Global Markets Analyst
Mid Average Positive experience No offer 3 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Technical screen Onsite
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical
The interview process was really smooth and the interviewers were super kind. They asked a mix of behavioral and technical questions but were really helpful, and you could tell they didn't want to put too much pressure on me. Overall, it was a good experience and I learned a lot.
Confirmed questions2 questions
- Can you introduce yourself and explain your interest in global markets?
- What is your motivation for working in global markets?
BNP Paribas
Analyst
Entry Difficult Neutral experience No offer 3 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Phone screen Technical screen
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical
The interview process involved several stages, starting with a recruiter call, followed by a phone screen, and then a technical screen. During these stages, I was asked a series of questions about my past experiences and technical skills.
Confirmed questions7 questions
- Can you share an instance where you navigated a challenging workplace scenario?
- Recount a situation where you performed effectively under pressure.
- Explain your approach to resolving disagreements with colleagues.
BNP Paribas
Global Markets Analyst
Intern Average Neutral experience No offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Technical screen Group Panel
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical Coding Group Presentation
The first round was online and lasted about an hour. It covered behavior and market topics for about half the time, and then brain teasers and quantitative questions for the other half. The second round was two hours long. It started with a half-hour written test with brain teasers and quantitative questions. Then there was a half-hour group discussion. The last part was a half-hour one-on-one discussion about market news.
Confirmed questions1 question
- Questions about specific market news presented to you
BNP Paribas Analyst Interview Questions
Quoted word for word from BNP Paribas interview reports.
“How do the income statement, balance sheet, and cash flow statement relate to each other?”
Read reports →“Describe how you would measure exactly 8 liters using only two jugs of different capacities.”
Read reports →“Open-ended question: Imagine you invent a lightbulb that is eternal (unbreakable, can be passed down to children, etc.). What would its price be?”
Read reports →“Regarding Japan's integration and expansion of ESG investment, what do you see as the next strategic goal?”
Read reports →“Which of the three main financial statements do you consider to be the most critical?”
Read report →“Can you extract data from the annual report and forecast the company's performance for the upcoming year?”
Read report →“Can you talk about the economies of 10 different countries and connect them to an underlying investment thesis?”
Read report →“What are your thoughts on current general news, such as Brexit and the US economy?”
Read report →“Can you share a current event in the financial world that you find compelling?”
Read report →Formats, difficulty and experience
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