I applied through a recruiter. The process took 3 weeks. I interviewed at Fitch Ratings (Frankfurt am Main)
Interview
The first round had a written and excel test it lasted for 2 hours. after clearing first round, they called for second round which had 2 interviews on the same day.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Questions were based on the background and some questions on structured finance.
Overall, the interview process was well-structured and professional, with a clear focus on both technical capability and stakeholder engagement experience.
The process consisted of:
An initial HR screening covering motivation, background, and salary expectations
A first-round interview with the hiring manager focusing on ESG knowledge and past experience
A technical/case-based assessment (data analysis and interpretation)
A final panel interview with senior stakeholders
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Examples of managing stakeholder engagement or investor collaboration
I applied online. The process took 3 months. I interviewed at Fitch Ratings in Feb 2025
Interview
Was recontacted several months after initial unsuccessful interview process due to open requisition. Had two zoom calls with Senior Directors before meeting with 4 junior members of the team. My first process was much more technical than my second.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Why Fitch?
Why do you want to join our team/leave current firm?
Walk me through a securitization transaction.
What drives default risk?
It's a remote interview, the interviewer did not turn on her video. The process tool around 30 minutes. Questions were just average. Introduce yourself, your projects, your experience, just normal questions.
