The process took 6 months. I interviewed at EY in Jan 2012
Interview
I joined through a referral process from an existing employee.
Step 1 - Attend informal chat/interview with existing employee to discuss referral and opportunities
Step 2 - Employee to submit CV on internal system
Step 3 - Informal telephone interview with HR to discuss vacancies (best to relate it to one on the experienced hire website). Salary expectations also discussed
Step 4 - 1:1 formal (pass/fail) Interview covering experience relating to job description
Step 5 - 1:1 formal (pass/fail) competence based interview
Step 6 - 1:1 formal (pass/fail) interview focusing on 'fit' for organisation.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
What challenges does the EY team you are hoping to join face over the next few years?
I applied through a staffing agency. I interviewed at EY (London, England)
Interview
Three stages, first was remote.
Really great impression from all the interviewers. The organisation, communication and feedback across the stages was very good.
In particular I appreciated the direct communication style and feedback - many interviewers remain vague but I found feedback throughout the process considered and helpful.
Quick and transparent process supported by their talent acquisition partners. Unlike many other hirers, they actually provided feedback following interviews! The interviews were mostly conversational and not relying on the STAR approach.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Background and willingness to learn to expand expertise.
3 rounds, including a case study. Very classic consulting interview you could imagine.
Be well prepared and show your industry knowledge. Present your answer in an organised manner
Also, show your can do attitude as it is important