I applied via LinkedIn and was messaged by the recruiter to book some time in with her for a call with her. We spoke over the phone just over a week later, and all was very positive and it seemed like my experience aligned well with the role. I was emailed immediately after with a SQL test that I completed and returned a few days later - all very simple. The recruiter emailed me back saying thank you and that I would hear about next steps in a weeks time. She did email back but saying that they had now filled the role. I appreciate that this can happen, but to start an interview with a new candidate leading them on for weeks with the prospects of progressing, only to fill the role and wasting my time. Next time, be honest with candidates.

Was invited to a first round interview with HR. Passed that stage and was given a task to assess my technical skills. Submitted the task just to receive an email three days later that the role has been filled. Very poor experience.