Hi house. This Zenith bank people wori o! I was invited for interview at their HQ in Lagos and after the first stage they just got our credentials and say they will contact us. But i hear the interview has up to 4 or 5 stages (the HR didnt interview us sef). Is there any hope of calling us back for other stages?

Dont worry if they contact u,you will no. Its really hard to predict these companies these days

ElDomingo, first of all its Head Office and not Head Quarters. Immediately after the aptitude test, you'll have a chat that same day during which you submit photocopies of your credentials. Your apt test result will then determine if you are invited for an interview. 1st stage is a panel interview, if succesful, you then have a chat with the regional GM. At this stage, be sure that you have secured your appointment, subject to space availabilty. HO will eventually call you for a final chat and then you may be given your appointment letter there and then, or you may be assigned to a branch where you have to go and pick up your appointment letter.

The procedure may vary and its generally the process.

You should be happy that you were even called up for the interview instead of voicing this negative opinion. Best of luck.

Thanks for your reply @tinyemeka. I am not being pessimistic but i just felt bad coming from Akwa Ibom and not being able to go to other stages, after the first stage whereas some people went on with the other stages. From all indications it means passing the aptitude test and first chat is not even a guarantee. Is there any hope of calling us back?

Your frustration is understandable. Sorry. A strong piece of advice however. When requested to state locations where you would like to work, I'd very much advise you to avoid including Lagos. This is because a lot of applicants also prefer to work in Lagos, making chances of being called up on time, slim. South-South or South-East region is a good place to start compared to Lagos and I know why I say this. You can also let HR know that you are coming from a far place, to see if they might work out something for you. Best of luck. Happy Val.