The interview process is time-consuming, and HSBC needs to fine-tune the delay in keeping candidates updated to ensure they don't miss out on talent.

I applied for the role on the HSBC careers site on September 10, 2015. I had a follow-up call from HR a couple of weeks later to process my application. I received an automated email on October 5, 2015, stating my application was unsuccessful in this instance. Interestingly, on October 14, I received a call inviting me for a telephone interview with the hiring manager.

I had a telephone interview on October 16 and a face-to-face interview on October 28 at the HSBC Park Street office. The interview was structured well, mostly consisting of capability-based questions and was run as a video conference with the hiring manager based in Leeds. I was advised it might take up to two weeks to receive feedback. It's been three weeks, and I haven't heard any feedback or updates from HR.

Mostly questions around how I overcame some of the challenges in my previous roles, with examples.