The St. James Interview Questions
& Process
Real candidates share what happened, how many rounds they had,
and how the experience turned out.
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First-hand accounts from people who interviewed at The St. James.
The St. James
Software Developer
Mid Easy Positive experience No offer 4 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Technical screen Onsite Background check
Interview formats
Technical Behavioral
I went through an agency for this role. I talked to 3 team members, and they all seemed pretty positive about my technical skills. It felt like they really needed someone quickly. But then, in the last 1-on-1 with the CTO, they seemed uninterested. The final reason I didn't get it was because I wasn't 'a cultural fit,' which neither me nor the agency understood. Super frustrating.
Confirmed questions3 questions
- Can you discuss your experience with different tech stacks?
- What kind of environments are you familiar with?
- Could you elaborate on your experience with different environments?
The St. James
Chief Technology Officer
Executive Average Positive experience No offer 5 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Phone screen Onsite Background check Offer
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical Presentation
It was a lengthy process, typical for senior roles at startups, spanning about six weeks, possibly affected by August vacations. I spoke with five individuals, including the recruiter, who was very communicative and helpful. I was also impressed with the senior leadership. After being informed I would speak with more people from the investment firm, I learned the next day that they had changed their strategy and would no longer be hiring for the role. Having experience with startups, I understand the significant investment in hiring a CTO. It's unfortunate the commitment to filling the position wasn't solid; perhaps I should have addressed this directly with the CEO. Based on Glassdoor reviews, 'changes in direction' seem common, suggesting this company might face challenges with strategic consistency, which is a shame given their startup potential and unique product. I wish them well and hope they can find clarity, as their product has broad appeal.
Confirmed questions2 questions
- Now that you've toured the facility and spoken with others, where do you identify opportunities for immediate technological impact?
- In your view, what role will data play in fostering product growth?
The St. James
Social Media and Content Manager
Mid Average Negative experience No offer 1 round
Interview process
Recruiter call
Interview formats
Behavioral
HR reached out the day after I applied and said she would set up a hiring manager interview for later that week. She asked if Friday at 10am worked, and I said yes. But then HR never sent a calendar invite to confirm, and I never heard from her again. They were the ones who suggested the time and said they wanted me to interview. It was unprofessional not to follow up and say if they still wanted to interview me or suggest a different time.
Confirmed questions1 question
- I never got to interview because the HR person never confirmed a time after saying they wanted to interview me.
The St. James
Concierge
Entry Average Positive experience Accept offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Phone screen Onsite
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical
after a resume review, they ask basic scenario questions. you'll meet with someone in a quiet spot for the interview. this person is usually a manager, supervisor/shift lead, or a director. the interview process isn't too tough and is pretty much like other entry-level customer service job interviews.
Confirmed questions2 questions
- How long have you worked in customer service?
- Tell me about a time you dealt with a challenging customer.
The St. James Interview Questions
Quoted word for word from The St. James interview reports.
“Are you married in a church?”
Read reports →“In your view, what role will data play in fostering product growth?”
Read reports →“Could you tell me the number of classes you've instructed?”
Read reports →“How long have you worked in customer service?”
Read reports →“Now that you've toured the facility and spoken with others, where do you identify opportunities for immediate technological impact?”
Read report →“Tell me about a time you dealt with a challenging customer.”
Read report →“What kind of environments are you familiar with?”
Read report →“What environments have you worked in?”
Read report →“Can you discuss your experience with different tech stacks?”
Read report →Formats, difficulty and experience
Across all 7 The St. James interview reports.