WGSN Business Development Manager Interview Questions
& Process
Real candidates share what happened, how many rounds they had,
and how the experience turned out.
Based on 5 interview experiences · FREE TO READ
Candidate interview experiences
First-hand accounts from people who interviewed at WGSN.
WGSN
Business Development Associate
Entry Average Negative experience Accept offer 3 rounds
Interview process
Presentation Technical screen
Interview formats
Presentation Behavioral
It was one of the longest interview processes, lasting 8 months. Communication regarding next steps was poor, and I received very little feedback even when I asked for it throughout. I think the lack of HR or TA staff to manage the interview process makes it hard for them to find the right candidates and provide good experiences.
Confirmed questions3 questions
- Deliver a 30-minute sales pitch.
- Respond to resilient questions for 30 minutes.
- Answer scenario-based questions for 30 minutes.
WGSN
Business Development Manager
Mid Average Positive experience Accept offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Phone screen
Interview formats
Behavioral
I was working for Ascential events and then I moved into Ascential Intelligence. First, I got in touch with the recruitment manager and had a chat about the role. Then, she set up the first interview for me.
Confirmed questions1 question
- Where do you see yourself in the next 3-5 years?
WGSN
Business Development Associate
Entry Average Negative experience No offer 3 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Phone screen Presentation
Interview formats
Behavioral Presentation Other
The interview process included three interviews: a screening meeting with a manager/head, and a presentation. The presentation topic was very vague and open-ended, requiring me to create my own sales pitch. Communication between interviews was slow, with weeks passing without updates. I reached the final interview and was told I'd hear back the following Monday after all interviews were done, but it's been three weeks and I still haven't heard back.
Confirmed questions2 questions
- Which sales influencers do you follow?
- Describe a time you overcame a challenge.
WGSN Business Development Manager Interview Questions
Quoted word for word from WGSN interview reports.
“Which sales influencers do you follow?”
Read reports →“Could you specify the number of meetings you would target?”
Read reports →“What were your past budget achievements?”
Read reports →“Can you provide details on your previous targets?”
Read reports →“Describe a time you overcame a challenge.”
Read report →Formats, difficulty and experience
Across all 5 WGSN interview reports.