Elsevier Project Manager Interview Questions
& Process
Real candidates share what happened, how many rounds they had,
and how the experience turned out.
Based on 21 interview experiences · FREE TO READ
Candidate interview experiences
First-hand accounts from people who interviewed at Elsevier.
Elsevier
Project Manager
Mid Average Positive experience No offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Onsite
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical
So, the interview process had two parts. First off, there was this general chat, mostly to get a feel for my background, what I've done, and generally how I tackle work. It was pretty chill and helped them understand my context for the role. Then, the second part was a more formal behavioural interview with a panel. They asked me specific questions about past situations, like how I dealt with stuff, examples of solving problems, managing people, and getting things delivered. My advice for anyone prepping is to keep your answers straightforward and structured. Back up what you say with actual examples from your work; it makes your points more solid and shows you know your stuff. Talking about how you tackled a problem, what you did, and what happened in the end really makes an impact.
Confirmed questions1 question
- Can you share your experience as a Project Manager dealing with a complex project?
Elsevier
Editorial Project Manager
Manager Average Negative experience No offer 1 round
Interview process
Recruiter call
Interview formats
Behavioral
Interview for a senior management role. The first round was a surprise call from HR. They mentioned the hiring team liked my resumé and wanted to interview me. The interview wasn't too revealing or tough. I followed up with the HR contact directly, and they did reply (great!) saying they'd get back to me soon. Still waiting for either a rejection or an update. This was for a pretty senior job, so it doesn't really impress me about the company.
Confirmed questions1 question
- Can you describe an instance where you collaborated with stakeholders who presented challenges?
Elsevier
Project Manager
Senior Easy Negative experience No offer 3 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Technical screen Background check
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical
The HR team was great, really made me feel part of the process with their team approach. But the hiring manager was a whole different story. They kept yawning, like over 10 times in 45 minutes while I was talking and sharing my thoughts. It felt super disrespectful and unprofessional for a first meeting. And the feedback? Really disappointing, especially coming from someone with less project management experience and certs. I'm glad I got feedback, but it didn't even match my experience or qualifications, and it didn't line up with their job description. Clearly, they just skimmed my CV, grabbed a few words, and used those for the feedback.
Confirmed questions2 questions
- Can you tell me why you're interested in Elsevier?
- Could you introduce yourself?
Elsevier Project Manager Interview Questions
Quoted word for word from Elsevier interview reports.
“Have you ever been terminated from employment before?”
Read reports →“What's your approach to handling a challenging author?”
Read reports →“How would you handle disagreements between two team members?”
Read reports →“How do you balance working with the team versus working with stakeholders?”
Read reports →“Can you tell me why you're interested in Elsevier?”
Read report →“What's your approach to making decisions when your team isn't available to assist?”
Read report →“What was the duration of your tenure at your previous role?”
Read report →“How do you handle high-pressure or stressful situations?”
Read report →“What was your specific contribution throughout the project lifecycle?”
Read report →Formats, difficulty and experience
Across all 21 Elsevier interview reports.