While largely on track - they took a curiously long time in between the penultimate and final interview - and then proceeded to go cold turkey. I can almost definitely attribute this to their commitment to hire someone at a much lower salary. They just proceeded to keep my candidature in play till they could find someone on a cheaper salary. Because I could honestly find no other reason if I actually go ahead and talk to the co-founder and MD and EVEN they seem excited. So overall - very poorly handled and a distinct lack of professionalism.

The interview process began with an HR screening to understand background and interest, followed by technical and case-based discussions to test problem-solving, analytical, and financial skills. It concluded with a final leadership round focused on cultural fit, communication, and alignment with the firm’s long-term objectives.