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Director Interview Questions & Answers

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posted on 12 Nov 2021

I applied via Recruitment Consultant and was interviewed before Nov 2020. There was 1 interview round.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. How you will add value
  • Ans. 

    I will add value by leveraging my experience and skills to drive innovation and growth.

    • Identifying and implementing new strategies to increase revenue

    • Developing and mentoring high-performing teams

    • Staying up-to-date with industry trends and best practices

    • Building strong relationships with stakeholders

    • Driving operational efficiency and cost savings

    • Leading by example and fostering a culture of collaboration and accountabi

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Collaborate with all stakeholders holders to cross sell and up sell with long term repeat relationship with customers

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Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Please explain your previous experience
  • Q2. How is this job aligned to your career goals
Round 2 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Please explain Singapore WHT
  • Ans. 

    Singapore WHT stands for Singapore Withholding Tax, which is a tax deducted at source on certain types of income.

    • Singapore WHT is applicable on payments such as interest, royalties, and services provided by non-residents.

    • The tax rate for Singapore WHT varies depending on the type of income and the tax treaty between Singapore and the country of the recipient.

    • Singapore WHT is usually deducted by the payer of the income ...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Please explain CRS
  • Ans. 

    CRS stands for Common Reporting Standard, a global standard for the automatic exchange of financial account information between tax authorities.

    • CRS was developed by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) to combat tax evasion.

    • It requires financial institutions to collect and report information on foreign tax residents to their local tax authorities.

    • Over 100 countries have committed to impleme...

  • Answered by AI

Director Interview Questions & Answers

UBS user image Anonymous

posted on 31 Jul 2024

Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
6-8 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Referral and was interviewed in Jan 2024. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Coding Test 

Array & Strings related

Round 2 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Java default interface
Round 3 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Salary negotiation

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Prepare well.
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I applied via Referral and was interviewed before Aug 2023. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. How do you handle major outages in your Apps
  • Ans. 

    I handle major outages in my Apps by following a structured incident response process.

    • Immediately assess the impact and severity of the outage

    • Communicate with stakeholders and provide regular updates

    • Engage the necessary technical teams to troubleshoot and resolve the issue

    • Conduct a post-mortem analysis to identify root causes and prevent future outages

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Scenarios based questions
Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Scenarios based questions
  • Q2. More people management questions

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Prepare well for the profile, they want you to know technology and you need to have some coding background

Skills evaluated in this interview

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Tell us something about yourself
  • Q2. Why are you interested in this role?

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Complete clarity of thoughts- exude calm & composed attitude
Knowing oneself well- strengths & weakness and that one USP why you are fit for the role
Don't shy away from voicing core principles & beliefs which are based on values and sound rationale
Have an overall story of your journey- professionally, personal and connect the dots well
Be subtle, humorous and elegant in your overall demeanor
Be extremely well dressed and keep a smile always handy!
Interview experience
2
Poor
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
6-8 weeks
Result
No response

I applied via LinkedIn and was interviewed in Mar 2024. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. DO YOU HAVE CODING BACKGROUND?
  • Ans. 

    Yes, I have a strong coding background with experience in multiple programming languages.

    • Proficient in languages such as Java, Python, and C++

    • Experience with web development technologies like HTML, CSS, and JavaScript

    • Familiarity with database management systems such as SQL

    • Developed various software applications and projects

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  • Q2. WHY PURSUE THIS ROLE ?
  • Ans. 

    I am passionate about leading teams and driving strategic initiatives to achieve organizational goals.

    • I have a proven track record of successfully managing teams and projects in previous roles.

    • I thrive in high-pressure environments and enjoy the challenge of problem-solving and decision-making.

    • I am excited about the opportunity to make a significant impact on the organization's success as a Director.

  • Answered by AI

Skills evaluated in this interview

I applied via Referral and was interviewed before Mar 2020. There was 1 interview round.

Interview Questionnaire 

2 Questions

  • Q1. Tell about yourself
  • Q2. What do you like doing and how will you manage the change
  • Ans. 

    I enjoy problem-solving and leading teams. I will manage change by fostering open communication and providing support.

    • I enjoy problem-solving and finding innovative solutions.

    • I thrive in a leadership role and enjoy leading teams towards success.

    • I believe in fostering open communication and collaboration to manage change effectively.

    • I provide support and guidance to my team members during times of change.

    • I adapt quickly...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - be genuine and prepare for your interview
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
More than 8 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Recruitment Consulltant and was interviewed before Oct 2023. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Introduce yourself
  • Q2. Family background
Round 2 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Introduce yourself
  • Ans. 

    Experienced director with a background in strategic planning and team leadership.

    • Over 10 years of experience in directing teams towards achieving organizational goals

    • Skilled in developing and implementing strategic plans

    • Proven track record of successful project management

    • Strong leadership and communication skills

    • Previous experience in leading cross-functional teams

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Difficult stakeholders
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. What is your expectations from the this job?
Round 1 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Can you explain FX Option and Credit Default Swap
  • Ans. 

    FX Option is a financial derivative that gives the holder the right but not the obligation to exchange one currency for another at a predetermined exchange rate. Credit Default Swap is a financial contract that allows the buyer to transfer the credit risk of a bond or loan to a seller.

    • FX Option is used to hedge against currency risk in international trade

    • Credit Default Swap is used to protect against the risk of defaul...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Can you help us to understand as why should we hire you
Round 2 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. What is your understanding on Product control role
  • Ans. 

    Product control role involves monitoring and managing the financial performance of a product or business line.

    • Responsible for ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting

    • Analyzing and interpreting financial data to identify trends and areas for improvement

    • Developing and implementing financial controls and processes

    • Collaborating with other departments to ensure product profitability

    • Examples: monitoring the performan...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Read thru the Job description, keep it short and simple

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