Ryan Consultant Interview Questions
& Process
Real candidates share what happened, how many rounds they had,
and how the experience turned out.
Based on 39 interview experiences · FREE TO READ
Candidate interview experiences
First-hand accounts from people who interviewed at Ryan.
Ryan
Solutions Consultant
Mid Average Negative experience No offer 3 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Technical screen Presentation
Interview formats
Behavioral Presentation
There were three rounds: first a recruiter screen, then a manager/leader + panel interview, and finally a "live demo" presentation to a Leader and their team. The first two rounds were professional and well-structured, but things fell apart at the end. I had zero notice on the final deliverable. The day before the demo, at 5:12 p.m., I got a scenario document. I had asked for the scenario document the week before and got no reply. The recruiter lied about the lead time, then claimed it was fair for all candidates to get the case at the same time. The panel agreed the scenario should have been sent earlier. The recruiter then gas-lighted me with a follow-up claim in writing.
Confirmed questions2 questions
- Can you give me some general questions about the demo?
- Can we do a role play?
Ryan
Senior Consultant
Senior Easy Positive experience Accept offer 3 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Phone screen Onsite
Interview formats
Behavioral Behavioral
The process started with a recruiter reaching out through Handshake after I applied. Then there was an interview with the Hiring Manager, which was really friendly and I felt comfortable sharing my background without being stressed; they seemed keen for me to perform well. The next step was a Principal Interview, which focused more on culture and understanding my needs. I got a clear picture of the firm's priorities, and they were upfront about everything. They also put a lot of emphasis on employee wellness and discussed benefits. The whole thing took about three weeks.
Confirmed questions2 questions
- How do you manage your time effectively when juggling many tasks?
- Can you describe a time you had to implement a project with many uncertainties?
Ryan
Consultant
Entry Average Positive experience Accept offer 3 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Take home Technical screen Onsite Background check Offer
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical Other
Recruiter call was on campus and very easy going. Then there was an online personality test and IQ test. After that I filled out a work experience and application forms. Then I had an interview with multiple interviewers. They asked questions, had Q&A sessions, and then lots of fit questions. It seemed like they already knew I was qualified and wanted to see if I fit in with the company. The following Monday I got a link to fill out references. Then a background check with HireRight. HireRight's background service is terrible. It moves extremely slow and their customer support was terrible. The background check took the longest. I worked for a law firm doing these searches while in college and it took me 2 hours to do something that took them 9 business days. Again the background check was AWFUL but was not run by Ryan it was outsourced. Overall great experience with Ryan so far.
Confirmed questions2 questions
- Why didn't you consider the Big 4?
- Tell me about a time you disagreed with a team member.
Ryan Consultant Interview Questions
Quoted word for word from Ryan interview reports.
“Between eating at a mall or a Cheesecake Factory, which would you choose?”
Read reports →“Given a choice, would you prefer to build a shelf or write poetry?”
Read reports →“Why didn't you consider the Big 4?”
Read reports →“What are your reasons for not considering the Big 4 firms?”
Read reports →“What about the transaction tax field interests you?”
Read report →“How do you manage your time effectively when juggling many tasks?”
Read report →“What made you decide to join Ryan?”
Read report →“Can you give me some general questions about the demo?”
Read report →“Do you have the appropriate degree for the position?”
Read report →Formats, difficulty and experience
Across all 39 Ryan interview reports.