I applied through an employee referral. The process took 1+ week. I interviewed at HSBC (Pune) in Sep 2010
Interview
I had an initial knowledge of HSBC GLT. The interview process was planned and systematic. I had to wait a bit for the 2nd round (Technical interview), but it went well. Questions were only from my previous work experience. Then it followed with an HR round. I had to wait for an week for the offer, as they had earlier intimated. I got the hard copy within days after that. I can recall Celestine Fernandes, HR, with whom my interaction was very delightful. I had my doubts and he cleared them in no time. Look forward to join and have a great career with HSBC GLT :)
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Basic Java questions, SLDC, role of every phase of SDLC, how accquainted i was with every phase, my previous project experience, etc
I applied through a staffing agency. The process took 4 weeks. I interviewed at HSBC in Dec 2009
Interview
The position that I applied is Business Analyst and they will ask you to introduce yourself and how your previous working experience meet this job. And What's the meaning of General Ledger? And what are you going to allocate the time for a new project? What's your desired career path? Why choose HSBC?