I had a disappointing experience interviewing with Forte Group for a position based in London. Project - first.com I was initially contacted by a recruiter who invited me to an interview. The interview itself went well, and I was asked to send over my portfolio and resumé, which I did promptly. Shortly afterward, I received a test assignment, which I also completed and submitted within the requested timeframe. However, despite being told I would receive feedback on a specific day, no one followed up. I reached out the next day to ask for an update, and only then did the recruiter respond, saying the company had decided to prioritize hiring a “local.” When I asked what that meant, I was told they were only considering British nationals for the role. I find this incredibly frustrating and disappointing, especially considering the company was well aware from the start that I am not a British citizen. To go through the entire interview process, complete a test assignment, and then be told something that could have been clarified at the very beginning feels both disrespectful and unprofessional. Job seekers invest time, effort, and energy into application processes. The least we deserve is transparency and respect. I hope Forte Group reflects on this and improves the way they handle candidate communication in the future.