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Got referred by a recruiter for a role in international disputes. Had an interview via video call with four people. Some of the less experienced interviewers didn't ask any questions. Felt like they were more focused on meeting criteria in a London HR way rather than really assessing the quality of my experience.

The entire process was faster than I anticipated, and everyone I interacted with was friendly and approachable. It wasn't a negative, just a surprise. They inquired about my past work experiences. A couple of weeks later, I received the offer but ultimately declined it because I accepted a better offer elsewhere.

I had a phone screening, followed by an in-person interview with a recruiter. Then there was a final round of interviews with three attorneys, also in-person. The initial screening and first round were pretty standard and okay. But the last three interviews were really hostile and, at times, inappropriate. The first attorney asked me about my political views, like if I was a Republican, and then discussed the party's front-runners, without really asking about the job or my experience. It was mostly personal questions. The next interview was pretty normal. But the third one was just weird. The interviewer just stared at me until I asked if I should talk about myself or my resume. He said that was the point of an interview. It wasn't directed, or interactive, and he shut down any attempt at conversation. It made me question why they invited me for a final round, especially since the recruiter and paralegals I met were so nice. It was concerning how the culture shifted with higher-ups. When I asked for feedback later, I was told I was 'too nervous for a good read,' and the recruiter seemed surprised by the questions I was asked. I really don't think this is a good place to work if you care about teamwork, communication, or respect, especially if you're a woman. You should think carefully if this is where you want to start your career.

I was contacted almost immediately after applying for this position that they wanted to hold an interview! They had a flexible schedule and were very welcoming when I went into the office. I met with two young talented women who explained the company very well. Next I met with the Operations Manager and talked more about my experiences as a professional, and lastly I met with the Director of Human Resources and concluded the interview. Overall it was a very pleasant experience.