DNB
✓ High Confidence Finance / Banking Reviewed 30 April 2026

DNB Assessment & Interview Preparation

Interviews, Case Tasks & Values-Based Assessment

Guide country context: Norway · Finance / Banking

Hiring processes can vary by country, role, business unit, and year.

As Norway’s largest financial group, DNB recruits across banking, technology, data, finance, markets, financial crime prevention and customer service. Their process typically includes CV screening, recruiter contact, interviews and role-dependent case, technical or analytical tasks — all evaluated against their values of Customer first, Do the right thing, Get it done and One team.

ℹ️ This preparation guide is independent and is not official DNB material. It summarises publicly available candidate guidance from dnb.no/careers and helps you practise similar skills and interview formats. Hiring processes can vary by role, business area and programme. Always follow the instructions in your own invitation email.
⚠️ DNB does not publish one universal selection sequence for every role. Assessment details vary by position and business area. Approach all stages with honesty and demonstrate genuine customer focus.
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📋 Hiring Process

  • 1
    Online Application official
    Submit your CV and application through the DNB careers portal.
    → Highlight customer focus, digital skills and alignment with DNB values
  • 2
    Recruiter / Manager Contact official
    Initial contact from a recruiter or hiring manager to discuss your background and fit.
    → Prepare a concise introduction demonstrating customer orientation and motivation
  • 3
    Interview(s) official
    One or more interviews exploring competencies, values alignment, technical skills and motivation. May include behavioural, situational and role-specific questions.
    → Prepare STAR stories demonstrating all four DNB values
  • 4
    Role-Dependent Assessment / Case official
    Depending on the role: case presentation, technical task, analytical exercise, customer scenario or e-assessment. Format varies by business area.
    → Prepare for role-specific tasks: finance case, coding challenge, data analysis or customer scenario
  • 5
    Offer official
    Successful candidates receive a formal offer.
    → Review offer terms and onboarding information

📝 Assessments

E-Assessment / Analytical Test cognitive assessment

Role-dependent e-assessment that may include numerical reasoning, analytical ability and problem-solving. Used particularly for graduate and finance roles. The format and provider may vary by position.

Measures: Numerical reasoning, analytical ability, problem-solving

  • Practise numerical data interpretation with financial/banking scenarios
  • Build speed and accuracy in analytical reasoning
  • For finance roles: prepare for percentage, ratio and growth calculations
  • Manage time carefully across all sections
Case Task / Technical Exercise case technical

Role-dependent task: case presentation for finance/graduate roles, coding challenge for technology roles, data analysis for analytics roles, or customer scenario for advisory roles.

Measures: Role-specific competence, analytical thinking, communication, practical problem-solving

  • Structure your analysis clearly with assumptions stated
  • For finance cases: show commercial judgement and customer understanding
  • For tech tasks: demonstrate clean, maintainable code and clear thinking
  • For customer scenarios: show empathy and practical solution-finding

🎤 Interviews

Values-Based Competency Interview

DNB’s interview evaluates alignment with their four values: Customer first, Do the right thing, Get it done, One team. Expect behavioural questions exploring customer orientation, ethical judgement, execution and collaboration.

Format: Structured interview with recruiter or hiring manager, 45–60 minutes

  • Prepare STAR stories mapped to each of the four values
  • Show genuine customer understanding, not just internal focus
  • Demonstrate ethical judgement in situations with competing pressures
  • Show examples of delivering results through teamwork
Technical / Domain Interview (Role-Dependent)

For technology, data, markets and specialist roles, DNB conducts technical interviews exploring domain expertise, problem-solving approach and ability to work in cross-functional product teams.

Format: Technical discussion with domain experts, 30–60 minutes

  • For tech: prepare to discuss cloud architecture, reliability and security
  • For markets: be ready to discuss macro trends, valuation and risk
  • Show how you balance innovation with stability and security
  • Demonstrate customer-centred product thinking

🏛️ Values & Framework

DNB Values

DNB’s culture is built on four values: Customer first, Do the right thing, Get it done, and One team. Candidates should demonstrate customer understanding, ethical judgement, execution and collaboration in all assessments.

Customer first Do the right thing Get it done One team
  • Show genuine focus on customer needs, outcomes and experience
  • Demonstrate ethical behaviour, integrity and compliance awareness
  • Show accountability, drive and ability to deliver results
  • Emphasise collaboration, diversity and supporting colleagues
  • Connect examples to responsible banking and digital modernisation

⏱️ Preparation Plans

  • Memorise DNB’s four values: Customer first, Do the right thing, Get it done, One team
  • Complete one practice set of numerical reasoning questions
  • Prepare 2 STAR stories demonstrating customer focus and ethical judgement
  • Research DNB’s recent strategy and digital modernisation initiatives
  • Daily practice: numerical reasoning + situational judgement
  • Prepare 4 STAR stories covering all four DNB values
  • Research your target business area (Greenhouse, Markets, Customer, etc.)
  • For tech roles: review cloud architecture and security fundamentals
  • For finance roles: review macro basics, valuation and risk concepts
  • Daily cognitive practice: numerical and analytical reasoning under timed conditions
  • Build a comprehensive STAR story bank (5+ stories) mapped to all four values
  • Practise case presentations or technical tasks relevant to your role
  • Study DNB’s approach to responsible banking, sustainability and digital innovation
  • For tech roles: practise coding challenges and system design discussions
  • For customer roles: practise role-play and customer scenario exercises
  • Conduct a mock values-based interview with feedback
  • Achieve consistently strong numerical/analytical performance
  • Master STAR storytelling with clear links to all four values
  • Complete multiple role-specific exercises (cases, coding, customer scenarios)
  • Deepen knowledge of Norwegian banking, fintech and regulatory landscape
  • Study DNB’s competitive position and growth strategy
  • For tech: build confidence in cloud-first architecture discussions
  • Conduct full mock interview rounds including case and competency
  • Build awareness of financial crime prevention and compliance
  • Practise explaining how you balance customer needs with risk management

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is the DNB recruitment process?
DNB’s process typically includes application/CV screening, recruiter or manager contact, one or more interviews, and role-dependent case, technical or analytical tasks. The exact process varies by business area and position.
What are DNB’s core values?
DNB’s four values are Customer first, Do the right thing, Get it done, and One team. All interview stages evaluate alignment with these values.
What is DNB Greenhouse?
DNB Greenhouse is DNB’s technology and innovation hub. It focuses on cloud-first modernisation, data, AI and digital product development. Technology roles here may include coding challenges and technical discussions.
Are there always formal assessments?
Not always. DNB does not publish one universal assessment sequence. Some roles include e-assessments and case tasks; others focus primarily on interviews. Check your invitation for specifics.
How should I prepare for DNB Markets roles?
Focus on markets knowledge, macro trends, valuation basics and commercial judgement. Be ready to discuss customer relationships, risk and ethical trading practices alongside technical competence.

📚 Sources & Validation

This guide is based on publicly available employer career pages and candidate guidance. Actual process can vary by role, region, and hiring season.

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