Ninety One Interview Questions
& Process
Real candidates share what happened, how many rounds they had,
and how the experience turned out.
Based on 47 interview experiences · FREE TO READ
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Ninety One
Client Operations Analyst
Entry Difficult Positive experience Accept offer 4 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Onsite Presentation Background check Offer
Interview formats
Behavioral Presentation
The interview process is pretty tough with a lot of interview rounds. You'll meet with different people from the business, like one-on-one or with stakeholders. Your last interview will be with the head of the department.
Confirmed questions2 questions
- They want to see if you're a good cultural fit.
- They already know you're competent if they're interviewing you.
Ninety One
Investment Analyst
Mid Difficult Neutral experience Decline offer 13 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Technical screen Presentation Background check Offer
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical Case Presentation
This was a 13 round interview process. The first round was with the hiring manager and the Director of Research. Then there were a few more rounds with PMs or analysts from different teams to make sure everything lined up. The main part was a case study on a semi company I'd never worked with before. They gave me two weeks for it and then I had to present to about 15 people, mostly the ones who had already interviewed me, for over two hours. It was a really challenging and in-depth discussion. After the presentation, there were two short follow-up rounds for more questions, and then I got the offer.
Confirmed questions1 question
- What makes you a strong candidate for this position?
Ninety One
Fund Operations
Entry Average Positive experience Accept offer 4 rounds
Interview process
Group Recruiter call Technical screen Onsite
Interview formats
Group Behavioral Technical
The interview process was conducted in a highly professional manner. After submitting your application, you get invited to an assessment center with multiple candidates. If you pass this stage and are shortlisted, you move on to interviews with the manager and the head of fund operations. The whole process is quick and efficient, making it easy to go through. While they do check your skills, this job is for fresh grads, so they also want to see how you fit the team, your personality, and what unique things you can bring. Be yourself!
Confirmed questions1 question
- Can you describe your approach to prioritizing tasks and ensuring accuracy and timeliness when faced with multiple responsibilities and deadlines? Please share a specific example from your experience that illustrates this capability.
Ninety One
Graduate Program
Entry Average Positive experience Decline offer 4 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Technical screen Group Presentation Panel Background check Offer
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical Group Presentation Case
So you start with an online application. Then you have a first round with HR, pretty chilled, about 30 mins. After that, it's an assessment center day in Cape Town (they fly you down). It's got four parts: first, a SWOT analysis for a company using internet and reports, takes like 1.5 hours. Then, you present your SWOT to a panel of department heads and they'll ask questions. This presentation is key for deciding who moves to round three. Next, there's a panel interview with two global heads and a senior trader, very relaxed, just getting to know you and if you fit. They might ask about your career stream preference (Ops or Investments). Finally, a group exercise where you work with others on a business case, like deciding a budget for expansion. This part is about teamwork and interaction. Round three is with various departments, team leaders and managers, really trying to know you, your work style, goals, and especially culture fit. It can be intense as they schedule them back-to-back, 30 mins each. Round four is with the global head of the department most interested in you, it's more of a formality to get to know you and your interests, no new questions really. First, third, and fourth rounds can be via video call if you're not in Sandton.
Confirmed questions8 questions
- Why are you interested in asset management?
- What makes your skill set unique compared to others?
- What is your primary motivation?
Ninety One Interview Questions
Quoted word for word from Ninety One interview reports.
“What is the reason for the PE ratio?”
Read reports →“What is the difference between metrics?”
Read reports →“If you had £1m to invest, where would you put it?”
Read reports →“What is the reason for using this metric and not others?”
Read reports →“Given the company's high P/E ratio, what makes you believe it is still a worthwhile investment?”
Read report →“What is the general macro outlook and your outlook on specific asset classes, like emerging market debt?”
Read report →“What is something you believe that others might disagree with?”
Read report →“If you had £5 million to invest, how would you do it?”
Read report →“If you could be an animal, which one would you choose and why?”
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