I applied online. The process took 2 months. I interviewed at Morgan Stanley (London, England) in Feb 2024
Interview
Took around two months in total from start to finish. The process included pyschometric assessments, a telephone interview with HR, and two in person interviews. Some technical questions, but mostly character fit and discussions around previous experience relating to the role.
Online application triggered a virtual interview. The virtual interview has five questions in total. A mix of behavioral questions and company/role specific questions. Be prepared to talk about why MS and why this role.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Why MS and why you want to pursue a career at this group?
A time that you noticed something that didn't appear right. How did you handle and approach the situation?
It was a difficult process, and they expected you to really know your stuff. Make sure your experience relates. They will ask how your experience aligns with the role. Shorter first-round interviews that act as screening almost.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Whats one thing you liked and didn't like about your most recent work experience?
Investment Management Analyst applicants have rated the interview process at Morgan Stanley with 3.3 out of 5 (where 5 is the highest level of difficulty) and assessed their interview experience as 75% positive. To compare, the company-average is 62% positive. This is according to Glassdoor user ratings.
Candidates applying for Investment Management Analyst roles take an average of 30 days to get hired, when considering 4 user submitted interviews for this role. To compare, the hiring process at Morgan Stanley overall takes an average of 27 days.
Common stages of the interview process at Morgan Stanley as a Investment Management Analyst according to 4 Glassdoor interviews include:
Phone interview: 40%
Group panel interview: 20%
Personality test: 20%
One on one interview: 20%
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