My interview process lasted five weeks and included six virtual interviews in total. While I appreciated the chance to engage with other staff, the overall candidate experience was disappointing—particularly when it came to communication and coordination. Midway through, my primary recruiter went on an extended holiday without notice or a formal handoff. I only found out through an out-of-office reply that pointed me to another contact—who was also out—leaving me without support during a key part of the process. After completing all the virtual interviews, I was informed via email that I wasn’t selected for the role. The message offered a chance to schedule feedback, which I appreciated. I responded promptly with my availability but never received a follow-up. Five days later, I was sent a generic candidate experience survey.