Bank and firm rules on AI tools in interviews

Firm by firm.

18 firms, A to Z, in their own words.

• Barclays

  • AI tools and assistants
  • Transcription and note-taking bots
  • Recording

  "For this reason, third-party AI tools are not permitted during your Barclays interview. This includes the use of transcription bots and meeting assistants (or any applications that record, transcribe, or analyse conversations)."

  If the rule is broken, the page says: "Any use will result in your interview being stopped and your application withdrawn"

  Source: Barclays's page at search.jobs.barclays/en/hints-and-tips, read October 26, 2026.

• BlackRock

  • AI tools and assistants

  "BlackRock does not permit the use of AI tools during any part of the live interview process, including conversations, technical assessments and video-recorded assessments (e.g., via HireVue)."

  If the rule is broken, the page says: "The use of such tools during the interview process may impact your candidacy at BlackRock."

  Source: BlackRock's page at careers.blackrock.com/en/ai-interview-guidance, read October 26, 2026.

• Capital Group

  • AI tools and assistants
  • Transcription and note-taking bots
  • Recording

  "To protect the integrity and confidentiality of our interview process, AI tools - including transcription or recording software - are not allowed during interviews."

  If the rule is broken, the page says: "If AI tools are detected during an interview, the candidate will be removed from consideration."

  Source: Capital Group's page at www.capitalgroup.com/about-us/careers/how-we-hire.html, read October 26, 2026.

• Deloitte US site

  • AI tools and assistants

  "Unless we explicitly tell you otherwise, you should complete your interview by yourself, without seeking assistance from others or using artificial intelligence tools."

  If the rule is broken, the page says: "Inappropriate use of AI during the recruitment process will negatively impact your application/consideration for employment."

  Source: Deloitte's page at www.deloitte.com/us/en/careers/join-deloitte/recruiting-tips/using-ai-tools-in-recruitment-process.html, read October 26, 2026.

• Deloitte UK site

  • AI tools and assistants

  "During interviews, whether in person or virtual: Interviews must be completed without AI assistance."

  If the rule is broken, the page says: "If we believe you have used AI in an assessment or interview in breach of this guidance, you will be removed from the selection process. We may also report this to your educational institution."

  Source: Deloitte's page at www.deloitte.com/uk/en/careers/early-careers/integrity-guidance.html, read October 26, 2026.

• Fidelity International

  • AI tools and assistants
  • Transcription and note-taking bots
  • Recording

  "To protect fairness and trust in our recruitment process, the following are not permitted: Real-time AI coaching, prompting or answer generation during live interviews or supervised assessments ... Recording interviews or harvesting our recruitment processes using AI tools or bots"

  If the rule is broken, the page says: "These behaviours conflict with our values and may result in disqualification from the process."

  Source: Fidelity International's page at careers.fidelityinternational.com/working-here-overview/candidate-code-of-conduct-use-of-artificial-intelligence-ai, read October 26, 2026.

• Fidelity Investments

  • AI tools and assistants

  "During assessments and interviews, we expect candidates to represent their skills without the aid of others, outside resources, or AI unless specifically instructed to do so."

  If the rule is broken, the page says: "Failure to adhere to these guidelines may result in disqualification from our hiring process."

  Source: Fidelity Investments's page at jobs.fidelity.com/en/ai-guidelines, read October 26, 2026.

• HSBC

  • AI tools and assistants

  "You must not use GenAI tools to: ... Generate responses during live or recorded interviews."

  If the rule is broken, the page says: "However, any use of technology that misrepresents your true abilities could impact the outcome of your application."

  Source: HSBC's page at www.hsbc.com/careers/application-guide, read October 26, 2026.

• J.P. Morgan

  • AI tools and assistants

  "However, please note that use of ChatGPT and other AI tools that are not expressly approved, is strictly prohibited during the interview process."

  Source: J.P. Morgan's page at www.jpmorganchase.com/content/dam/jpmorganchase/documents/careers/jpmc-ec-application-reflection.pdf, read October 26, 2026.

• KPMG UK site

  • AI tools and assistants

  "AI can be a useful tool for preparing for our recruitment process. However, all application content, assessment responses, and interview answers must be your own and reflect your personal experiences, judgement, and abilities."

  If the rule is broken, the page says: "KPMG reserves the right to withdraw an application, rescind an offer, or take additional appropriate action where there is reason to believe that inappropriate candidate behaviour or an integrity concern has occurred."

  Source: KPMG's page at www.kpmgcareers.co.uk/graduate/applying-to-kpmg/integrity-and-ethical-use-of-ai-guidance, read October 26, 2026.

• Lloyds Banking Group

  • AI tools and assistants

  "When not to use AI ... Using AI to answer questions in an assessment or live at interview."

  Source: Lloyds Banking Group's page at www.lloydsbankinggroup.com/careers/about-applying.html, read October 26, 2026.

• McKinsey & Company

  • AI tools and assistants
  • Transcription and note-taking bots
  • Recording

  "We also expect candidates to refrain from: ... recording any portion of their assessment/interview or taking screenshots ... using any applications or websites, generative AI, a calculator, or prepared notes; please disable any previously installed AI software that may unintentionally record or assist with the interview"

  If the rule is broken, the page says: "engaging in any of these actions may result in disqualification from our process, rescinding of an offer ... or legal action"

  Source: McKinsey & Company's page at www.mckinsey.com/careers/assessment-integrity-expectations, read October 26, 2026.

• NatWest Group

  • AI tools and assistants

  "Tools such as AI cannot be used during the interview."

  Source: NatWest Group's page at jobs.natwestgroup.com/system/production/assets/519014/original/Candidate_interview_guide_Final_-_April_2026.pdf, read October 26, 2026.

• Nomura

  • AI tools and assistants

  "Third-party assistance (human or AI tools) is prohibited during any online assessments and interview process."

  If the rule is broken, the page says: "Misrepresenting yourself or your skills could result in disqualification from the process."

  Source: Nomura's page at www.nomura.com/careers/early-careers/applications-faqs, read October 26, 2026.

• PwC US site

  • AI tools and assistants

  "Please note, the use of AI during the assessment and interview process is not permitted."

  Source: PwC's page at www.pwc.com/us/en/careers/entry-level/recruiting.html, read October 26, 2026.

• Rothschild & Co

  • AI tools and assistants

  "Please do not: ... Use AI tools during online assessments or interviews, unless explicitly stated otherwise"

  If the rule is broken, the page says: "Any misuse of AI, including during assessments or interviews, may be treated as a breach of our application guidelines and could result in your application being withdrawn from the process."

  Source: Rothschild & Co's page at www.rothschildandco.com/en/careers/students-and-graduates/faqs, read October 26, 2026.

• Scotiabank

  • AI tools and assistants
  • Recording

  "The use of AI is prohibited, including but not limited to recording discussions/interviews during the recruitment process."

  Source: Scotiabank's page at www.scotiabank.com/careers/en/careers/how-to-apply.html, read October 26, 2026.

• T. Rowe Price

  • AI tools and assistants
  • Transcription and note-taking bots
  • Recording

  Listed on the page under "Inappropriate Use of AI, Interviews":

  "Using AI during live interviews, including reading from AI-generated scripts or prompts. ... Using AI or other tools to record, transcribe, or otherwise capture the interview without explicit permission."

  Source: T. Rowe Price's page at www.troweprice.com/en/us/careers/ai-guidelines-for-candidates, read October 26, 2026.

• UBS

  • AI tools and assistants
  • Transcription and note-taking bots
  • Recording

  "During recorded or virtual video interviews, your answers must be your own. Using AI to generate responses is strictly prohibited. Recording, transcribing, or analyzing interviews using AI or other tools is not permitted and may have legal consequences in some regions."

  If the rule is broken, the page says: "Failure to follow these guidelines may result in removal from the recruitment process, withdrawal of any job offer, or disciplinary action - even after employment begins."

  Source: UBS's page at www.ubs.com/global/en/careers/search-jobs/faq/ai-usage.html, read October 26, 2026.

By topic.

AI tools and assistants: 18 firms

Barclays, BlackRock, Capital Group, Deloitte, Fidelity International, Fidelity Investments, HSBC, J.P. Morgan, KPMG, Lloyds Banking Group, McKinsey & Company, NatWest Group, Nomura, PwC, Rothschild & Co, Scotiabank, T. Rowe Price, UBS.

Transcription and note-taking bots: 6 firms

Barclays, Capital Group, Fidelity International, McKinsey & Company, T. Rowe Price, UBS.

Recording: 7 firms

Barclays, Capital Group, Fidelity International, McKinsey & Company, Scotiabank, T. Rowe Price, UBS.

How this page is made.

A rule is listed only when the firm states it on its own careers site or a candidate page it hosts, and only as the firm words it. Each page was read on the day printed beside it. A rule reported elsewhere that the firm's own page does not state is left out. For how each firm interviews, see its page in firm interview intel.