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Kroll
Portfolio Valuation Analyst
Entry Average Neutral experience No offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Technical screen Onsite
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical Coding
So first there was this really long Hirevue which felt like the initial screen, it had standard stuff like TMAY and STAR questions, and then asked about why I wanted to work for Kroll and in Portfolio Valuation, plus some basic technical questions on WACC and DCF. After that, it was a virtual superday, mostly digging into why Kroll and PV, more STAR stories, and then the technicals were pretty similar to Hirevue: WACC question, DCF walkthrough, WACC formula, comparing debt and equity cost, beta, and then some questions about comps and specific adjustments like size, liquidity, illiquidity, and information premiums.
Confirmed questions8 questions
- Why did you apply to Kroll?
- What interests you about the Portfolio Valuation role?
- Can you share a story about a time you faced a challenge?
Kroll
Portfolio Valuation Analyst
Entry Average Positive experience Accept offer 3 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Technical screen Onsite Background check Offer
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical
First, there's an initial Hirevue where they ask behavioral questions about your motivation and background, and others that fit a STAR style answer. Technical questions are also thrown in at the end. Then, there's a Superday which is 1 to 2 Hrs long, with 20-30 minute interviews with different team members. They ask behavioral questions and technicals again. It's important to be personable and give competent and concise answers.
Confirmed questions3 questions
- Can you explain WACC?
- In terms of valuation, do you find comparable public or private companies typically have higher valuations?
- Could you walk me through a Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) analysis?
Kroll
Associate
Entry Average Negative experience No offer 3 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Technical screen Onsite
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical
I applied online and got a call the same afternoon to set up an interview. Over the next couple of weeks, I had three interviews. The first was a basic HR chat. The second and third were with management and got harder and more formal each time. After the second interview went well, they asked me for a third one that same week, which was a bit strange but felt like a good sign. The third interview was more formal and tougher. Unfortunately, I never heard back from management or HR after that. I felt completely ghosted after going through three interviews with them.
Confirmed questions1 question
- What makes you want to join Kroll?
Kroll
Compliance Associate
Senior Average Negative experience No offer 5 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Phone screen Technical screen Onsite Panel Background check Offer
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical
The company requires five rounds of interviews for the role, and it took over a month to receive any feedback. Recruiters do not proactively reach out with updates, leaving candidates to chase for information. Even when I followed up for feedback, the recruiter seemed indifferent and took me for granted. It took over 30 to 45 days to receive feedback and the response I got was, “WE NO LONGER NEED THAT POSITION AS THE WORK HAS BEEN MANAGED BY ANOTHER TEAM INTERNALLY.” My question is, why was the job opening posted on job portals if you don't actually require someone to fill the role?
Confirmed questions1 question
- Did you ask the same question multiple times that didn't make sense?
Kroll Interview Questions
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“What are the components that make up the discount rate for a bond?”
Read reports →“How would a $10 depreciation expense impact a company's financial statements?”
Read reports →“Which is more costly, debt or equity, and what's the reasoning behind that?”
Read reports →“What is the cost of capital, and what are other discount rates, including CAPM and other models?”
Read reports →“Can you explain how the cash flows of a bond work given certain assumptions?”
Read report →“Describe a method for valuing a company when there are no comparable companies available.”
Read report →“Why don't you look up the answer on the computer and read it to me?”
Read report →“What are comparable company multiples and what adjustments do you make for size, liquidity, illiquidity, and information asymmetry?”
Read report →“Can you explain the correlation between an income statement, a balance sheet, and a cash flow statement?”
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