Glassdoor users rated their interview experience at Barclays as 33.3% positive with a difficulty rating score of 2.67 out of 5 (where 5 is the highest level of difficulty). Candidates interviewing for Credit Research Analyst and Investment Banking Analyst rated their interviews as the hardest, whereas interviews for Internship and Investment Banking Analyst roles were rated as the easiest.
The hiring process at Barclays takes an average of 12 days when considering 3 user submitted interviews across all job titles. Candidates applying for Investment Banking Analyst had the quickest hiring process (on average 12 days), whereas Investment Banking Analyst roles had the slowest hiring process (on average 12 days).
Expect lots of SQL questions, many behavioral prompts, and detailed resume walkthroughs. Focus on explaining technical skills, real-world experiences, and personal impact with confidence, clarity, and thoughtful reflections. If technical isn't the strongest it's okay the role itself was no code
They mainly focused on DSA problems (and that too the tough ones). I was asked a problem about trees. Leaving that you need to have in-depth knowledge about your projects that you have put in your resume.
I applied online. The process took 1 week. I interviewed at Barclays in Jun 2025
Interview
First round was interview with Manager and Director over Zoom.
Background questions like How do you fit in this role.
Previous work experiences related to process improvement and risk management.
Was asked to complete a test in their presence. Was related to finding errors and issues in court order statements.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Any previous work experience related to risk management and process improvement.