I applied online. I interviewed at Kantar in Mar 2024
Interview
You will answer an online assessment test that will test your logic and critical thinking skills. When you pass the assessment, you'll receive an email from the recruiter where you'll be asked to answer a recorded interview about why you want to work with the company and other similar questions. After that, you'll have an interview with the hiring managers where you will (1) do a case study and presentation and (2) have a talk with the managers.
I first had a virtual HR interview, followed by a written assessment and an in-person face-to-face interview. There was poor communication between the hiring manager and the HR team. The manager frowned the moment he saw me. He strictly stuck to standard interview questions throughout the talk, yet showed obvious disapproval with constant frowns and raised eyebrows over every answer I gave. It was clear he had no intention of filling this role. The whole conversation wasted my half an hour. They should have told me I was unsuitable upfront instead of dragging out the interview.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
They asked me how I would create and distribute a professional questionnaire for project data collection.
Once you submit your application, you will be required to complete an aptitude test. The recruitment team typically takes about 2–3 weeks to provide feedback on the results.
If you pass the aptitude test, you will proceed to the first interview stage, which consists of pre-recorded questions. You will be allocated specific time limits to respond to each question. This stage primarily assesses your knowledge and understanding of market research.
Successful candidates then advance to the final stage—a panel interview. At this stage, the interviewers evaluate a range of competencies, including your professional experience, character and personality, problem-solving ability, leadership potential, and communication skills.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
What leadership challenge have you faced and how did you go about it?