Burson-Marsteller Account Executive Interview Questions
& Process
Real candidates share what happened, how many rounds they had,
and how the experience turned out.
Based on 10 interview experiences · FREE TO READ
Candidate interview experiences
First-hand accounts from people who interviewed at Burson-Marsteller.
Burson-Marsteller
Client Executive
Mid Average Positive experience Accept offer 4 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Take home Technical screen Background check Offer
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical Other
The whole interview process took about two weeks from when they first reached out to when I got an offer. I had about four interviews in one day with some junior and mid-level people. Then, I had to do a writing test that I had 2 hours and 30 minutes to complete. Finally, I interviewed with a senior staffer. After that last interview, my application went to a review board for approval. The process was smooth, and everyone was super friendly and direct. The HR manager was also really helpful and upfront about everything. Burson-Marsteller's clear process and good communication made my interview experience pleasant and influenced my decision to accept their offer.
Confirmed questions1 question
- What makes you want to join Buron-Marsteller?
Burson-Marsteller
Client Executive
Mid Average Negative experience Accept offer 5 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Phone screen
Interview formats
Behavioral
My interview process felt a bit different. I only had phone interviews before getting an offer. It was a bit of a letdown because I had so many phone interviews with people at different levels, but they didn't do an in-person interview. Even though the job was in another state, I figured they'd want to meet me face-to-face before hiring. My advice is to have your own questions ready. And don't just try to talk your way through it. Make sure you have concrete examples of your past work and what you're looking for in your next career step.
Confirmed questions4 questions
- What aspect of PR do you find least appealing?
- What do you appreciate most about PR?
- Could you share your favorite project?
Burson-Marsteller
Client Executive
Entry Average Positive experience Accept offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Group Take home Background check Offer
Interview formats
Group Behavioral Presentation
I got into the company via the Graduate Scheme and the first day was an assessment for a bunch of us grads. We had to do a bunch of stuff, like a group presentation, a writing test (a press release), and a competency interview with two senior directors. Then I got invited back for the final interview with two Managing Directors and they gave me the offer the next day.
Confirmed questions4 questions
- Can you tell me about a time you worked effectively in a team?
- What would you consider your greatest accomplishment so far?
- Describe a significant challenge you've faced.
Burson-Marsteller Account Executive Interview Questions
Quoted word for word from Burson-Marsteller interview reports.
“What recent news stories have caught your attention?”
Read reports →“Can you speak about the domestic politics of your country, considering you are foreign and may not have been keeping up with it?”
Read reports →“Could you discuss the current domestic politics of your home country, even though you may not have been closely following them?”
Read reports →“What aspect of PR do you find least appealing?”
Read reports →“What do you appreciate most about PR?”
Read report →“What would you consider your greatest accomplishment so far?”
Read report →“Do you consider yourself a skilled writer?”
Read report →“What makes you want to join Buron-Marsteller?”
Read report →“How do you meet the requirements and possess the caliber for the public relations industry?”
Read report →Formats, difficulty and experience
Across all 10 Burson-Marsteller interview reports.