Marshall Wace Graduate Program Interview Questions
& Process
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and how the experience turned out.
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Candidate interview experiences
First-hand accounts from people who interviewed at Marshall Wace.
Marshall Wace
Graduate Scheme
Entry Difficult Positive experience No offer 1 round
Interview process
Group
Interview formats
Group Behavioral
The interview process was good. All the interviewers were friendly. The interview process was pretty difficult though. The office looks professional. Overall, the process is positive to me. Although I was not offered the position, I am glad that it brings me positive experience.
Confirmed questions2 questions
- What motivated you?
- Group test
Marshall Wace
Technology Graduate Scheme
Entry Difficult Positive experience No offer 6 rounds
Interview process
Technical screen Recruiter call Take home Technical screen Group Presentation Background check Offer
Interview formats
Coding Technical Behavioral Group Presentation
The interview process started with a HackerRank assessment featuring fairly straightforward questions. This was followed by a 15-minute HR interview using a standard set of questions. The main part of the process was an on-site assessment. They're known to send candidates home early if they feel the performance is poor and there's no longer a chance for an offer. The day began with being given a computer and a document with 15 questions to answer within an hour. Internet and Google use were permitted. The questions covered a broad and open range, including SQL queries for data extraction, debugging a JavaScript web-parser, and writing a 'HELLO WORLD' program in a custom language using ASCII encoding, all designed to gauge general technical knowledge and problem-solving skills. Afterward, a team member discussed the answers. Then, a group exercise took place where candidates were given a scenario (like being stranded in a jungle and choosing survival items) and had to discuss their choices with others, observed by HR for about 20 minutes. Lunch followed, providing an opportunity to chat with current graduate programmers. Post-lunch included an interview with two team members, involving a 30-minute project presentation and a 30-minute CV review. Subsequently, there was an interview with a manager, and finally, a discussion with the CTO. Overall, the experience was positive, with sharp and friendly interviewers. Travel expenses for a prior night's stay were reimbursed, as the day started at 9 am in London.
Confirmed questions1 question
- Which technological advancement are you currently most enthusiastic about?
Marshall Wace
Technology Graduate Scheme
Entry Average Negative experience No offer 5 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Phone screen Technical screen Onsite Offer
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical
The interview process was not great. I didn't hear back from them, even after I emailed to ask about my application's status. I've made it to the final round before and was expecting the same, but they really need to improve how they communicate with potential employees because it makes me hesitant to want to work there.
Confirmed questions1 question
- What motivates your interest in working at Marshall Wace?
Marshall Wace Graduate Program Interview Questions
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“Which technological advancement are you currently most enthusiastic about?”
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