Standard Chartered Bank Compliance interview questions

I had three separate interviews. Regarding content I thought the interviews went well - certainly they would not have invited me back for the 2nd and 3rd interviews had they not. However, two issues arose. Firstly, my being an immigrant was oddly highlighted during one of the interviews. This was uncomfortable, as it was not relevant in any way to the job I was interviewing for - e.g. I was not being asked to confirm my right to work in the UK. Secondly, I was told that once all candidates had been seen, they would revert to me. I never heard anything more. I did try and follow up, but to no avail. After three interviews without the professional courtesy of being advised of their decision, I can only assume that my immigrant status was a contributing factor - they have certainly given me a very wide berth since. Overall, I would say this experience was negative.

I was contacted by a recruiting firm by telephone. I interviewed with the hiring manager in the compliance group who seemed to think my background and skills fit her needs. I returned a couple weeks later to meet with three other members of compliance. I was asked point blank by the group head what my current base and bonus was, which I thought was a bit disconcerting. Ultimately, their budget for the position was too low for my requirements, which was communicated to me via the recruiting firm.