Attended three interviews for an AVP role. End to end process from 1st interview to offer took six weeks. Interviews were formal and comfortable. Interviewer was pleasant and able to articulate what was expected of the successful candidate

the recruiter was very in tune with overall needs and requirements for the role. The interview panels (3 total) were pleasant, and very organized, and knew what they were looking for. Enjoyed it.

Submitted my CV which had no DOB or photo. Got an intverview with some higher up, it was just the two of us. The moment I logged in on Zoom she gasped about how young I am, and how surprised she is that HR even approved the interview. I knew it then and there that this would be a waste of my time. It was followed by some low effort, very general intrerview questions. The interviewer repeatedly shared her opinion about my age & gender like "you have clearly achieved a lot by your age" or beginning a sentence like "a young woman like you." And she was suggesting that I apply to a lower position, because I'm so young and have time before I assume responsibilities at such a big company like Citi. It was ridiculous, my professional background which actually generously met the requirements was very obviously disregarded. I learnt my lesson and will not apply to Citi again, and I don't recommend you applying either unless you're a 50+ white male who only worked in corporate, then it's probably the place for you.