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Real candidates share what happened, how many rounds they had,
and how the experience turned out.

Based on 9 interview experiences · FREE TO READ

3.1 Rounds average
Average Typical difficulty
11.1% Positive experience

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6 roles · 9 reports

Candidate interview experiences

First-hand accounts from people who interviewed at MacAndrews & Forbes.

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Executive Assistant

Operations · more than a year ago

Executive Average Neutral experience No offer 5 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Background check Offer
Interview formats
Behavioral Other

I found the job through a recruiter. I ended up talking to about 4 or 5 people, and the whole thing took around 2 hours. The questions weren't super hard, but the HR folks really dug into my resume. They also wanted to see if I could handle tough situations. It took them two months to let me know if I got the job.

Confirmed questions4 questions
  • What makes you want this job?
  • Describe your method for handling several calendars at once.
  • Tell me about your resume.
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Business Analyst

Analytics · more than a year ago

Entry Average Negative experience No offer 5 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Phone screen Onsite Presentation Offer
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical Presentation

I was contacted by a recruiter on LinkedIn. I had several phone screens with the recruiter and a short video chat with an HR representative. Then, I went in for an in-person interview where I met with 6-7 people and completed a written/computer exam. About three weeks later, I was informed I didn't receive an offer. However, about a month after that, I heard back from them, expressing continued interest and wanting me to meet with someone currently in the role who was getting promoted. I went back and met this person, who gave me a detailed overview of the job. Several people in the office mentioned that the feedback was positive. Later, the recruiter expressed excitement about me but mentioned a delay. I followed up a few times over the next couple of months but ultimately never received a definitive response, which was very disappointing as they had made me very enthusiastic about the role. I took time off work for the interviews and they didn't even have the courtesy to provide a clear rejection after stringing me along for 4-5 months.

Confirmed questions1 question
  • What are your basic finance knowledge questions?
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Software Engineer

Engineering · more than a year ago

Entry Average Positive experience Accept offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Phone screen Onsite
Interview formats
Behavioral

It started with a phone call and then they had me come in person. Nothing too wild, but definitely do your homework. I felt good during the interview and the people at the office were super nice. I was happy to take the offer when it came.

Confirmed questions1 question
  • Are you a good team player?
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Help Desk Technician

Operations · more than a year ago

Entry Difficult Negative experience No offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Onsite Presentation
Interview formats
Behavioral Presentation

I got there 15 minutes early. The reception area was nice, but don't put your bag or jacket on the seating thing; it's 'Art.' I was led to a conference room and offered a drink. I met with the person in charge, and we talked about the job description, asking and answering questions. Then, I was told the team had to have a meeting and couldn't interview me, so we'd need to reschedule. A few thoughts: it didn't seem to matter that I drove 2 hours from the Jersey Shore to Manhattan. If that's how you're treated initially, I can't imagine what they'd expect once hired. Also, everyone seemed on edge; you could feel the tension just by walking in for an interview. Hopefully, their health insurance covers PTSD.

Confirmed questions1 question
  • Do you have any questions for us?

MacAndrews & Forbes Interview Questions

Quoted word for word from MacAndrews & Forbes interview reports.

Describe your method for handling several calendars at once.

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What are the first 3 things you would implement upon being hired?

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Formats, difficulty and experience

Across all 9 MacAndrews & Forbes interview reports.

Interview formats

Behavioral 64.3%
Technical 14.3%
Presentation 14.3%
Other 7.1%

Interview difficulty

Easy 0%
Average 88.9%
Difficult 11.1%

Candidate experience

Neutral 55.6%
Negative 33.3%
Positive 11.1%

Reports by job function

Operations 5
Engineering 2
Analytics 1
Finance 1