Got my first proper interview on Wednesday for HSBC. My past interviews have been for pubs and the like and there has been no dress code. However, I need to wear business smart. Lots of conflicting things on the old interwebs about it, so I was just wondering if you had any advice in general about the whole thing.
Suit, shirt & tie, smart polished shoes, i always look at the shoes when interviewing, smile, confident firm handshake, even if its a split arse
Doing my research about HSBC and all that like they suggested on the phone. I have a suit but its a bit cheap. Need new shoes I think.
Suit and tie for a job interview every time. You only get one chance to make a first impression , so make it a good one. Good luck.
This. And make sure you are clean shaven as well. My top tip for any interview is research the company you are wanting to work for , find out as much about them as possible and impress them with your superior knowledge and stand out from the rest of the candidates.
Ok so make the point of how you like the idea of 'meeting customers needs' big thing in the industry atm And the opportunity to refer customers to specialists by gaining soft facts etc. they'll love that **** Oh! And deffo clean shaven with a splash of brut
I used to work for HSBC as cashier/customer service advisor and then in the business sector so hope this helps! Probs best mate as everyone says look as smart as possible, I hate being clean shaven as well but its a must for them and the rest of the banking world as a general rule of thumb, even as front of house they'll want you to generate leads for savings/investments/insurance if necessary so bare that in mind and offer plenty examples of identifying opportunities and adapting your speach and tone based on the variety of customers your likely to see. Work in loads of examples and patter surrounding accuracy/getting things right first time every time/remaining vigilant re:fraud and suspicious customers/keeping up to date with current banking issues and trends and building relationships with customers. Hope this helps and good luck mate!
It certainly does. All the advice does. My only work experience so far is bar work, so in terms of face to face customer service I can certainly handle the general public. I'll just have to wait and see.
Might be a bit late, but get a book called "Great answers to tough interview questions". Naff title but the model answers part is brilliant. It's got me several jobs in the past. Treat it like revising for an exam and you won't go wrong. Invest in a navy blue suit - not a fashion one - it'll last you well and can be used for many occasions. Shiny black shoes and a decent tie. You have to remember that most businesses are quite conservative when it comes to dress code and would expect you to dress the part. Best of luck mate
Suit. Dark suit! Shirt, not too dark as you're not a gangster. Not white, you're not going to a funeral. Light blue is always good. Tie. Not too skinny, not too fat. Not too loud!
