I applied online. The process took 3 weeks. I interviewed at Ropes & Gray (Boston, MA) in Sep 2021
Interview
The interview process was long. I was able to meet/speak via zoom with various folks in the marketing department ranging from different roles. I did notice lack of diversity in leadership and overall within the BD team. I was hoping there would be people of color within the group; but I wrong. Everyone was nice and most of the team members had longevity at Ropes; which is a plus.
The HR person notified me and said my experience is too heavy in the proposal process and wanted someone with more strategy expertise. The takeaway I had is they want you to come into this role having work experience in all areas.
1. HR person- 10 min call
2. Marketing /BD Managers- 3 hr call -5 ppl
3. Marketing /BD Directors - 2 hr call -5ppl
4. Marketing Team - 5 ppl - 1.5 hours (but I didn’t make it to this stage)
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Tell me about yourself? Why go into a speciality role? Why are you leaving your current company? How your experience applies to this role? Tell me your day to day and projects?
Very quick and efficient, interviewed and was extended the offer the next day. They moved very quickly and were flexible with my start date. Overall, I was very impressed with the process.