The hiring process at Sofina takes an average of 30 days when considering 2 user submitted interviews across all job titles. Candidates applying for Investment Associate had the quickest hiring process (on average 30 days), whereas Investment Associate roles had the slowest hiring process (on average 30 days).
Professional courtesy with respect and collaborative
I appreciate the experience
Take time to explain the process and listen carefully to me
I recommend to all to participate at the interview
First online test, then 2 rounds of interview, one with associate and manager, one with Principle and MD. First round more on behaviroal and some basic accounting. Second round more spontaneous, testing on business sense and understanding of investment
I applied online. The process took 4 weeks. I interviewed at Sofina (Luxembourg)
Interview
- Very relaxed and open interview process; very friendly people
- Apply with CV and essay on favourite portfolio company
- Take a standardised GMAT-like test
- Two rounds of in-person/video interviews
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
1st round:
- Behavioural/Fit, why GE, why Sofina
- Asked me about favourite portfolio company
- What makes a good investment
- Basic financial statement questions
2nd Round
- A bit more into detail
- Main goal is to see how you value investments and think about investment opportunities
- key characteristics to evaluate companies for start ups and growth equity