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AXA Advisors Financial Advisor Interview Questions & Reviews
Getting the Interview 58 Interviews
Interview Experience 51 Ratings
Financial Advisor at AXA Advisors
Declined Offer – Interviewed in Clifton Park, NY Mar 2013 – Reviewed May 1, 2013
Interview Details – The interview process was really straight forward and relatively informal. We E-Mailed specifying a time to meet and I came to the office where we sat down and basically just had a conversation about AXA and about me as a candidate. Really informative and open about the system. I enjoyed the interview because it was not pressured and provided me more of an opportunity to ask questions and get to know my interviewer and AXA in general.
Interview Question – No really difficult questions for me, we just had a conversation. It was less questions more speaking back and forth. Answer Question
Reason for Declining – I was looking for more opportunities that highlighted my skills and what I wanted to do. Competitive offer but not what I was looking for at the time.
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Financial Advisor at AXA Advisors
Declined Offer – Interviewed in Orange, CA Apr 2013 – Reviewed Apr 19, 2013
Interview Details – Went for the first interview, most what the executive spoke was about the company and how it handled business, also asked about my past, present and future goals. they were mostly considering individuals who wanted to grow their own book, thru referals, organizing events, etc... looks like a great company but not interested in starting again from scratch.
Interview Question – Everything was pretty straight forward, didnt have any tricky questions Answer Question
Reason for Declining – Didnt want to make a book of business
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Financial Advisor at AXA Advisors
Accepted Offer – Reviewed Apr 15, 2013
Interview Details – Hiring process was essentially a breeze. The only thing the hiring manager cared about was if you could become "contracted". This means, once you are licensed, you meet a certain commission level to be officially brought on board. The level is fairly easy to obtain, but this type of business opens its doors to all. They throw everyone out to the wolves and see you sticks.
Interview Question – No difficult questions. It was just an open conversation about family, school, hobbies, and minimal about the company or industry. Answer Question
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Financial Advisor at AXA Advisors
Declined Offer – Reviewed Apr 14, 2013
Interview Details – I met the VP of the local branch and had a long conversation with him at a job fair. Then, I have received initial contact through an email to set up an official interview. The interview was a formal, 1-on-1 meeting with the VP. He mainly asked about any questions I had about the firm and position itself.
Interview Question – What kind of questions do you have about AXA Advisors financial advisor position? Answer Question
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Financial Advisor at AXA Advisors
Accepted Offer – Interviewed in New York, NY Mar 2012 – Reviewed Apr 1, 2013
Interview Details – Applied through school's career website, was then contacted over the phone by AXA representative. Then scheduled a time for interview. It was a group interview. Basic questions asked, etc. It is really nothing to worry about. Just do your research. Know what the company does, and you will be fine.
Interview Question – The questions are really basic. Like "what do you want to get out of this internship" etc. Answer Question
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Financial Advisor at AXA Advisors
Accepted Offer – Interviewed in Buffalo, NY – Reviewed Mar 30, 2013
Interview Details – This is a drawn out process...at least three interviews. Relatively low pressure interview style. Get the impression that employees are DEFINITELY expected to connect to their natural market (meaning...call your friends and family). Advisors were friendly, and the office seems pretty busy.
Interview Question – Honestly, AXA did not ask unexpected questions. The process was almost too easy, which makes me nervous. Answer Question
Negotiation Details – Must show why you add value or are worth more than "Joe" down the hall.
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Financial Advisor at AXA Advisors
Accepted Offer – Interviewed in New York, NY – Reviewed Mar 24, 2013
Interview Details – 3 interviews. District Manger selling you on unlimited earnings potential.
Interview Question – You need to prepare a one page business plan on how you will acquire clients Answer Question
Negotiation Details – It's a 100% commission so nothing to negotiate here.
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Financial Advisor at AXA Advisors
Declined Offer – Reviewed Feb 27, 2013
Interview Details – comfortable and open interview environment for the first interview with basic interview questions and brief discussion about company
Reason for Declining – other options
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Financial Advisor at AXA Advisors
No Offer – Reviewed Feb 27, 2013
Interview Details – Interview was a joke, lasted about 10 minutes and the person interviewing me basically just told me that if I got hired, I would be on my own to start contacting family friends, school alumni, professional contacts, etc. and offer them AXA's financial products.
Interview Question – Who would you contact to offer AXA's services to on day 1 if you are hired? Answer Question
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Financial Advisor at AXA Advisors
Accepted Offer – Interviewed in Jan 2012 – Reviewed Feb 26, 2013
Interview Details –
Had 3 interviews each of them they were weeding out a pool of people to end up selecting 2.
First Interview was the basic get to know you getting to know the company and why I want to be in this line of work. I was called back for a second where we discussed the program and the compensation. Also discussed how we approach clients and personal experiences with the firm
Was called back for a third interview where I was told to think of a target market I would go to if I was hired and then I met with the Branch Head. He was a very smart individual who liked truthful answers and not the typical responses. I was offered the position a week later now I am in the licensing portion before I become on contract with the firm
Interview Question – The questions were all really standard only question you need to really consider is where do you see yourself in 5 years. Be as detailed as possible Answer Question
Negotiation Details –
Your just about on Commission from day 1 so for those who don't have a nest egg to start your own practice dont consider AXA. You pay for your licensing about (800) which get reimbursed to you 70% once you pass all the exams.
From there you get paid several weeks a salary while your in a product training program. Once you pass this process you would be offered either commission+B (reduced commission of course) or Commission. Either way every year your salary gets reduced and your commission payout increases. Then one the 3rd year your salary goes away and your on full commission.
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