Clinique Consultant Interview Questions
& Process
Real candidates share what happened, how many rounds they had,
and how the experience turned out.
Based on 15 interview experiences · FREE TO READ
Candidate interview experiences
First-hand accounts from people who interviewed at Clinique.
Clinique
Consultant
Mid Easy Negative experience No offer 1 round
Interview process
Recruiter call
Interview formats
Behavioral
I was interviewed by Lynsay in Aberdeen. It was a good experience and went well, but at the end, she mentioned I might be overqualified for the role and suggested I consider an Accountant Manager position that was open. She said she'd call back but never did and didn't answer my calls. While I understand recruiters are busy, it felt unprofessional to be given hope for an offer, even for a better role, and then receive no follow-up.
Confirmed questions1 question
- Can you tell me a little about yourself?
Clinique
Consultant
Entry Average Neutral experience No offer 4 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Technical screen Group Presentation
Interview formats
Technical Group Presentation
I applied through the Estée Lauder Companies website. After submitting my online application, I got an email right away for a digital interview, which I had to finish within 5 days. This digital interview was tough. For each question, I had 30 seconds to prepare and then 3 minutes to answer. I only got one shot at each question, so it's important to think about your answers beforehand. About 13 days later, I got an email from the area manager inviting me to a talent day. This talent day includes a numeracy test and a group activity focused on customer service in the first half of the day, followed by some time on the shop floor, including engaging with customers and stopping foot traffic. I was given good notice for the talent day. I haven't received an offer yet since I haven't attended the talent day.
Confirmed questions4 questions
- Can you tell me what days of the week you are available to work?
- What information do you have about the brand?
- What are your working days availability?
Clinique
Consultant
Entry Average Positive experience Accept offer 3 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Onsite Phone screen
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical Other
Applied via email on Tuesday after seeing a Craigslist post. Got a call back within 2 hours from the Clinique AE who told me to apply via Macysjobs and that she'd forward my info. On Thursday at noon, I got called for an interview at 2 PM the same day. It was super short notice, but I went. Interviewed with the hiring manager, Clinique counter manager, and Sales director all at once for about 30 minutes. Got offered the job on the spot. It's temporary due to the holidays and minimum wage, but will become permanent in February with an increase in hourly rate and commission. Later that afternoon, I got a call to schedule the Talent + phone interview for that same night. It lasted 30 minutes and was very strict, with no emotion, and the interviewer could only repeat questions. Training starts Wednesday.
Confirmed questions8 questions
- Compared to your friends, would you say you are more focused on making money?
- Are you a loyal person? Provide an instance demonstrating your loyalty.
- Are you an honest person?
Clinique Consultant Interview Questions
Quoted word for word from Clinique interview reports.
“What sets Clinique apart from other brands in your opinion?”
Read reports →“What information do you have about the brand?”
Read reports →“Have you had the chance to use any Clinique products yourself?”
Read reports →“Compared to your friends, would you say you are more focused on making money?”
Read reports →“What is something you hold a strong belief in?”
Read report →“What do you know about the brand?”
Read report →“Between service and sales, which do you think is more important?”
Read report →“What would you do if a coworker was distributing free products?”
Read report →“Are you someone who is loyal?”
Read report →Formats, difficulty and experience
Across all 15 Clinique interview reports.