Initial call.
Call and quantitative and qualitative task with 2 members of the team.
Psychometric tests and case study.
Case study presented to directors. Chat with a member of the team. Discussion with HR and another Director based on psychometric test outcomes
I applied through a recruiter. I interviewed at Cognosis (London, England) in Jun 2025
Interview
There were three interview stages followed by a final case presentation. Each stage involved a mix of case studies and personal/experience questions, with increasing focus on strategic thinking and sector insight. The team was professional and thoughtful throughout – overall a positive experience with good feedback after each round.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
“How would you size the opportunity for Japanese catering in foodservice?”
Really engaging and interesting. Very friendly team.
The process was three rounds
1. A screening call
2. 1 hour call with two small case studies (no prep required)
3. Half day in person interview and cognitive ability tests (prep required)
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Multiple case studies asking you to demonstrate your practical consulting skills