Research Specialist applicants have rated the interview process at S&P Global with 4 out of 5 (where 5 is the highest level of difficulty) and assessed their interview experience as 100% positive. To compare, the company-average is 62.3% positive. This is according to Glassdoor user ratings.
Candidates applying for Research Specialist roles take an average of 14 days to get hired, when considering 1 user submitted interviews for this role. To compare, the hiring process at S&P Global overall takes an average of 26 days.
Common stages of the interview process at S&P Global as a Research Specialist according to 1 Glassdoor interviews include:
Group panel interview: 33%
Skills test: 33%
Other: 33%
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I applied online. The process took 2 weeks. I interviewed at S&P Global (Makati City) in Jul 2025
Interview
The interview process focused on previous work experience and the role itself. Panelists asked for certain scenarios that the applicant might face once he/she is shortlisted for the role. In terms of the recruitment process, the recruiter is hands-on and informed the applicant about the result within the agreed timeline.
I applied online. The process took 2 weeks. I interviewed at S&P Global (Mumbai) in Dec 2025
Interview
Once your resume is shortlisted, you get an email from the HR asking your location, previous CTC and expected CTC requirements. If you quote a higher number for expected CTC than their budget of 8LPA, they will automatically reject you.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
ESG Controversy Assessment Test – Summary
This test assesses candidates for the ESG Controversy Research Specialist role at S&P Global’s MSA team. It uses two real-world cases—Repsol’s 2025 oil spill in Spain and Mattel’s Fisher-Price sleeper-linked infant deaths—to evaluate core ESG research skills.
Each case has three parts:
A. Description (30 pts): Write a concise, factual narrative (max 4,000 characters) outlining key events.
B. Impact Assessment (40 pts): Analyze company involvement, environmental/social impact, stakeholder concerns, and reputational effects.
C. Company Response (30 pts): Evaluate remediation efforts and suggest improvements.
Candidates must cite credible sources and follow a structured, objective format. A sample narrative is provided as a guide. The test emphasizes analytical rigor, ESG materiality, and clarity in controversy reporting.