Hi there,

First, I hear you and understand why you are asking this - but you need to stop! Figuring out what they do behind closed doors literally doesn't change a thing about what you do. You can't control them and you can do is control you - do your best!

All that said, for the most part, each stage is its own. The final round interviewers will decide if you move forward (i.e. get an offer).

There are no tips for a lateral hire / manager that are different! No matter the level/role/channel you need to demonstrate structured, objective-driven thinking, clear + concise communication, business judgement/insights/acumen, etc.

It sounds like you're doing well! You've passed a lot of rounds with good feedback. It sounds like you should keep doing what you're doing. If you're truly concerned and want to optimize your odds, spend a few hundred $ on a coach - it's not much considering the potential ROI!

Here's some case reading: https://www.preplounge.com/en/articles/how-to-shift-your-mindset-to-ace-the-case

And some fit reading: https://www.preplounge.com/en/articles/tell-me-about-yourself-interview-question

Hi there,

The process is the same after each round, which is an assessment of your entire performance of that round. The last round is no different. 

As for preparation:

• Make sure to prepare specifically for any gaps they may have pointed out in the feedback (eg if your quant was lacking a little bit in the previous round, expect plenty of quant)
• Expect the unexpected - Partners have a tendency to completely abandon script and make questions/interview format up as they go along. Generally speaking, they tend to be a lot more conversational and less transactional. Best you can do is roll with it, display personality with confidence and a bit of humor (in addition to competence, obviously) and you’ll be unstoppable.
• Don’t worry about what differentiates level x from level y -it’s completely irrelevant for your preparation and you’ll just have to bring your A-game no matter what!

Let me know if there’s anything specific I can help with. For now, I hope this provides a bit of guidance.

Best of luck!

They will discuss together, at least the most senior people that interviewed you, i.e., all of your interviews will be taken in consideration. Meaning specifically that if you consistently show the same weak spot you may have an issue - otherwise you will probably be fine as long as you pass the partner interview.

Hello,

Here are my thoughts:

1) Typically, yes, after the final round - you receive the offer

2) When the final round interviewers are on the fence with your performance, then yes it is possible that they discuss with your first round interviewers. E.g. if you were particularly weak on quant in your final round, then they can check how was your quant in the first round. This can help them understand your candidacy better.

All the best!

Rushabh

Hello!

It´s a funnel, so you progress from one stage to another. If you made it to Stage 3, it´s because you cleared Stage 2, even if you had a bittersweet flavor in your mouth. 

Hence yes, if you pass the partner interview, you will get the offer. Best of luck!

Cheers, 

Clara