LSE Interview Questions
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LSE
Subcommittee Member
Entry Easy Positive experience Accept offer 3 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Technical screen Onsite
Interview formats
Technical Behavioral
The interview process was straightforward, focusing on market knowledge and technical skills relevant to the role. Being personable and researching the interviewers beforehand is important. The questions are standard and simple, so standing out through your personality is key.
Confirmed questions2 questions
- What is your motivation for joining this subcommittee?
- If you could bring any leader to this subcommittee, who would it be and why?
LSE
Research Assistant
Entry Average Positive experience Accept offer 1 round
Interview process
Recruiter call Background check Offer
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical
The process was very smooth. After submitting a CV and Cover Letter via email, I received a response to schedule a discussion about the role, which was essentially a semi-formal interview. It was less formal than typical finance/consulting interviews. They asked about my interest in the role and topic, my relevant experience, and some general questions about job-related skills. After a week or two, I received an offer via email. It was very straightforward and a great place to work.
Confirmed questions3 questions
- Why are you interested in this role and the topic it covers?
- What past experience do you have that relates to this job?
- Can you tell us about your skills related to this job?
LSE
Student Adviser
Senior Average Negative experience No offer 1 round
Interview process
Recruiter call Panel Background check
Interview formats
Behavioral
I applied online for the Departmental Senior Student Adviser job at LSE and got an interview on March 18th. The interview went well and I felt good about talking to the panel. But, I was told I'd hear back by March 28th and then didn't. I followed up and was told I'd get an update after Easter break. Still, even after many tries, I haven't gotten any feedback or an update. I know universities are busy, but the lack of communication has been super disappointing. I put time into preparing and expected some acknowledgment. Feedback is important for growth. The silence makes me feel undervalued and unsure. So, while the interview itself was fine, the communication afterward was bad. I hope LSE's hiring can be clearer for everyone in the future.
Confirmed questions1 question
- When working with students, which university policies do you think you would be referencing?
LSE
Graduate Scheme
Entry Average Neutral experience No offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Group
Interview formats
Behavioral Group
The interview process had two interviews with an external recruitment agency and then an in-person assessment centre with the company. The recruitment agency experience was good, but the assessment centre didn't have any one-to-one component or interview with the company like we were told it would. Communication was also poor after the assessment centre; we were told we'd hear back in a few days but it took nearly two weeks, and we only heard from the recruitment agency, not the company.
Confirmed questions1 question
- What about social impact interests you?
LSE Interview Questions
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“Explain how to conditionally format cells to show positive numbers in green and negative numbers in red.”
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Read report →“When working with students, which university policies do you think you would be referencing?”
Read report →“How do you think this master's degree and learning theory will aid your professional career?”
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