Future First

Role: Market Analyst

College: Not Specified (BTech in Computer Science 2024)

Interview Date: October 16, 2023

Interview Type: Campus Placement

Result: Selected

Difficulty: Moderate

Rounds: 3 rounds

Topics Asked: Aptitude (Data Interpretation, Logical Reasoning, Mathematics), Teamwork, Decision-making, Problem-solving, Quick Thinking, Technical skills (how CS skills apply to finance), Interest in finance, Prior trading experience.

Experience:

This interview experience for a Market Analyst role at Futures First involved three rounds. The candidate, a BTech Computer Science student, applied for the role in Gurgaon, Haryana.

Round 1: Aptitude Test (40 minutes)
This round was a combination of various sections, with a majority of questions from Data Interpretation, Logical Reasoning, and Mathematics.

• Data Interpretation: Questions were based on graphs and charts.
• Logical Reasoning: Included visual reasoning, blood relationships, coding-decoding, and series.
• Mathematics: Covered topics like HCF and LCM.

There was negative marking in one section, requiring both time management and accuracy. The overall difficulty was moderate.

Round 2: Group Test (Fasters Finger First Kind)
Candidates who cleared the first round proceeded to this in-person group test, where they were divided into groups of 5-6. This round featured approximately 20 math-based questions. Correct answers were rewarded with points, and incorrect responses had negative marking. This round assessed not only aptitude but also teamwork, decision-making skills, problem-solving, and quick thinking.

Round 3: Technical + HR
This final round combined both technical and HR questions. The interviewer aimed to understand the candidate's willingness for the role and ability to contribute to the company. As a Computer Science student, the candidate was questioned on how their skills would be beneficial in a finance-related role and why they chose to apply for this position. Questions about prior trading experience were also asked; the candidate honestly stated no prior experience, which was appreciated. The candidate also had the opportunity to ask questions about the financial domain.

The candidate received their selection result within 30 minutes of the last round.