PA Consulting Consultant interview experience

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SwedenPosted May 2016 · Candidate report, summarized by Dataford

I experienced a typical interview ladder, but the process quality and fit-feedback left me frustrated—mostly due to weak communication or unclear decision-making.

Initial HR conversation — I had an HR call focused on my suitability, character, and experience; it set the tone as friendly, but still didn’t clarify next steps.
Principal/consultant interview(s) — I then met a senior interviewer who didn’t feel aligned with my background, and in another case I went through multiple interviews only to be told I wasn’t a fit based on work type.
Final/partner stage (varied) — In some cases I reached a partner-level round; in others, the process ended earlier despite my expectation to progress.
Follow-up & decision — Several experiences

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