Interview questions asked at DE Shaw

Approach to sourcing for a role in an unfamiliar industry

How do you recruit high-performing individuals and what strategies work best

What metrics do you consider important for evaluating a social media campaign's success?

Discuss a challenging role you sourced for and your creative strategies.

What makes a good recruiter based on challenges and experiences

Measuring and analyzing outcomes of a supervised campaign

Handling skepticism from a hiring manager about a sourcing method

Strategies to meet needs of new and existing clients

How do you create a content calendar for a new product launch?

How would you integrate new employees into an established team to ensure they feel welcomed and valued?

How do you balance strategic vision with product delivery as a Product Manager

Handling competition with stronger brand or lower prices

How do you handle resource allocation for multiple high-priority projects?

Can you share a time you turned around an underperforming team and what steps you took?

How do you combine traditional media with digital and social media for maximum reach and engagement?