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I would like to clarify whether all applicants for Consultant positions at the Bain London office receive an invitation to complete the online assessment.

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Hi there,

I would be happy to share my thoughts on your question:

  • First of all, and contrary to what other coaches have said, the Bain Sova pre-interview assessment is typically sent out to all applicants before the screening phase.
  • Moreover, given the strict timeline of UK hiring, I would advise you to reach out to the recruiter if you haven't received the invitation for the pre-interview assessment in time.

You can find more on this topic here: How to succeed in the final interview round.

If you would like a more detailed discussion on how to best prepare for your upcoming Bain Sova pre-interview assessment and/or interviews, please don't hesitate to contact me directly.

Best,

Hagen

Anonym A
am 14. Juni 2025
Thank you. An initial screening has been completed, and I've received an invitation for the online assessment, due by September 11th. My research suggests my CV may be somewhat lacking, as it emphasizes contributions rather than quantifiable achievements. If I perform well on the SOVA Assessment, do you think I have a reasonable chance of securing an interview? I would appreciate your thoughts on this.
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Hagen
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am 15. Juni 2025
Globally top-ranked MBB coach | >95% success rate | 9+ years consulting, interviewing and coaching experience
Well, it's not ideal to list activities instead of achievements on your resume, but I doubt you're the only applicant doing so, and I don't think it will significantly weaken your candidacy. Either way, you should have a solid chance if you perform well in the Bain Sova pre-interview assessment, even though this is a case-by-case decision made by the recruiter. If you would like a more detailed discussion on how to best prepare for your upcoming Bain Sova pre-interview assessment, please don't hesitate to contact me directly.
J
am 10. Juni 2025

Thank you for your question. Typically, candidates who meet the initial screening criteria for Consultant positions at the Bain London office are invited to complete the online assessment. However, the exact process may vary depending on the volume and quality of applications. If you have applied, keep an eye on your email for any updates from the recruitment team.

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Anonym A
am 14. Juni 2025
Thank you. An initial screening has been completed, and I've received an invitation for the online assessment, due by September 11th. My research suggests my CV may be somewhat lacking, as it emphasizes contributions rather than quantifiable achievements. If I perform well on the SOVA Assessment, do you think I have a reasonable chance of securing an interview? I would appreciate your thoughts on this.
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Mariana
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am 9. Juni 2025
#1 coach for Revolut | ex Mckinsey ex Nubank | Consulting & Fintech | Clients hired by Revolut, McKinsey, Kearney & more

Hello there,

Yes, the standard is the online assessment between CV screening and R1 interviews.

Best,

Mari

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It's used in most cases, but I think they skip it for some offices and for some experienced hire profiles as well. But for AC / C recruiting in London, it's standard.

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am 10. Juni 2025
Ex-McKinsey | Verifiable 88% offer rate (annual report) | First-principles cases + PEI storylining

That's the typical path, yes. 

However, there are often changes depending on the cycle and the role, so I would always check this with the recruiter.

Best,
Cristian