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The Information Lab interview process & guide 2026

Interview difficulty 5.9 / 10Based on 40 interview reports

Everything we know about interviewing at The Information Lab: what each round tests and compensation by level.

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At a glance

5.9/ 10
Interview difficulty 5.9 / 10
Rated by candidates who reported interviewing here. Harder than 98% of companies we track.
2
Role guides
40
Interview reports
12
Topics tracked
$230k
Median total comp
01 · Difficulty and outcomes

How hard is the The Information Lab interview?

Aggregated from 40 interview experiences
Difficulty mix
Easy15%
Medium40%
Hard45%
Most candidates rate the loop hard. Budget real prep time.
Offer rate
35%about 1 in 3

About 1 in 3 candidates with a known outcome convert.

14 offers across 40 reports with a stated outcome.
Experience sentiment
63%positive
Positive 63%Neutral 13%Negative 25%
02 · Topic breakdown

What The Information Lab actually tests for

How prominent each skill is across reported loops
100%
Tableau
96%
Data visualization (dashboard design)
96%
Data visualization (dashboards)
93%
Storytelling with data
92%
Iterative development with feedback
90%
Communication of technical work (presentations)
88%
Presentation skills (data storytelling)
86%
Feedback incorporation & iteration
84%
Consulting scenarios / problem solving
83%
5 W's framework (What/Where/Who/Why/When)
80%
Visualization principles (clarity, structure)
80%
SQL
Tested less
Tested more
03 · Role guides

Find the guide for your role

This is your next step: open the guide for the role you are interviewing for. Each one carries the questions The Information Lab interviewers actually ask that position, the loop structure, and pay by level.

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Consultant
Questions and loop structure
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Data Analyst
$40k-$420k
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04 · Compensation

What The Information Lab pays, by level

Estimated total compensation: base salary plus stock and annual cash bonus.

Median $230k
Level$0kTotal comp range$450kTotal
All levels
Base $40k-$420k
$40k-$420k
Ranges blend verified compensation data points. Base + stock + annual bonus shown. Estimates only.
05 · FAQ

The Information Lab interview FAQ

Answered from real candidate and workplace data
How hard is the The Information Lab interview?

Candidates most commonly rate The Information Lab interviews as medium, based on 40 reported interviews. About 35% of candidates who interview go on to receive an offer.

How much does The Information Lab pay for data roles?

Reported total comp for data roles at The Information Lab ranges from roughly $40k to $420k per year, varying by level, team, and location.

What topics does The Information Lab test in interviews?

The Information Lab interviews most often cover Tableau, Data visualization (dashboard design), Data visualization (dashboards), Storytelling with data, and Iterative development with feedback. The exact emphasis depends on the specific role you apply for.

What roles can I prepare for at The Information Lab?

Dataford has interview guides for 2 roles at The Information Lab, including Consultant and Data Analyst.

Is The Information Lab a good place to work?

Employees rate The Information Lab 4.5 out of 5 overall, based on aggregated workplace reviews spanning career growth, work-life balance, compensation, culture, and management.

Where is The Information Lab headquartered?

The Information Lab is headquartered in London, United Kingdom.

06 · In their words

What people say about The Information Lab

Verbatim snippets from employee and candidate reviews
“The Information Lab is a great place to work and comes highly recommended.”
Data Analyst4.0
“Be prepared for potential downtime; there may be periods where you find yourself on the bench.”
Data Analyst4.0
“The company offers significant learning opportunities through direct client engagement.”
Data Analyst3.0
“The small social circle can make it challenging to connect with colleagues.”
Data Analyst3.0
07 · Keep prepping

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