NHS Project Manager Interview Questions
& Process
Real candidates share what happened, how many rounds they had,
and how the experience turned out.
Based on 37 interview experiences · FREE TO READ
Candidate interview experiences
First-hand accounts from people who interviewed at NHS.
NHS
Project Manager
Senior Difficult Positive experience No offer 1 round
Interview process
Recruiter call Presentation Technical screen
Interview formats
Behavioral Presentation Technical
It was a 1-hour competency-based interview. I also had to give a 10-minute presentation on a project management topic using a maximum of 5 slides. The interviewer asked 5-minute questions about my presentation afterwards. The interviewer was very professional and welcoming.
Confirmed questions1 question
- Describe your approach to managing multiple tasks simultaneously.
NHS
Project Support Officer
Entry Average Negative experience No offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Onsite Background check Offer
Interview formats
Behavioral Presentation
I applied online and it took about four weeks to hear back. They scheduled an interview, but I had to reschedule as the initial date didn't work, which was easy enough. I arrived 10 minutes early but ended up waiting an extra 15 minutes because they were running behind, so 25 minutes total. The interview itself was good, the panel was friendly and engaging. When I left, one of them walked me out and said I did really well, mentioning that candidates would hear back by the end of the day or Monday. I didn't get a call on Friday or Monday, so I figured I didn't get the job. Then on Tuesday afternoon, HR sent a standard email saying I wasn't selected. I'm guessing an internal candidate got it, as I heard from someone in NHS recruitment that they often proceed with hiring someone internal from the start. Or maybe my skills weren't a good fit, or I just interviewed poorly. Overall, it was a bit of a negative experience. The application process felt slow, and mostly, I think if someone interviews, the least they can do is call to let them know they didn't get the job, ideally with some feedback.
Confirmed questions1 question
- Tell me about a time you had to make a tough decision.
NHS
Project Manager
Mid Average Positive experience No offer 4 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Technical screen Presentation Panel
Interview formats
Behavioral Presentation
The interview process here for a Project Manager role within the NHS usually goes like this: first, they look over your application. Then, you'll have some interviews where they really dig into your competencies, especially focusing on your leadership, how you communicate, and your understanding of healthcare. After that, there's a part where you'll need to give a presentation about a healthcare project you've worked on. Finally, you'll have a panel interview to wrap things up.
Confirmed questions1 question
- How do you think you align with the requirements of this position?
NHS Project Manager Interview Questions
Quoted word for word from NHS interview reports.
“What innovations in the NHS can you suggest or mention?”
Read reports →“What would you do in case of a patient data breach?”
Read reports →“Could you share an instance where a dependency in a prior project failed?”
Read reports →“What is your reason for wanting to work in healthcare?”
Read reports →“What is your motivation for seeking employment with the NHS?”
Read report →“How would you handle negotiating with someone who is difficult?”
Read report →“Can you tell me about your understanding of this department and what it does?”
Read report →“Can you share an instance where you had to convey unfavorable project news?”
Read report →“How do you handle managing your workload when under stress?”
Read report →Formats, difficulty and experience
Across all 37 NHS interview reports.