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Financial Representative at Northwestern Mutual
No Offer – Interviewed in Buffalo, NY May 2013 – Reviewed May 15, 2013 New
Interview Details – Two person interview... quite tough.
Interview Question – What does this company need to have in order for you to feel successful here.... Dont answer good salaries. Answer Question
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Financial Representative at Northwestern Mutual
Accepted Offer – Interviewed in Fort Myers, FL Jun 2012 – Reviewed May 11, 2013 New
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I approached Northwestern Mutual after doing a bit of research into different companies that offer personal financial planning.
My first interview was with a current financial representative who was eager to answer any initial questions. This representative encouraged me to get in touch with the recruiter.
My first official interview covered my background, my resume, and my career objectives. The recruiter and I also spoke about the office, their values, and what type of work environment I could expect.
After the first interview I was asked to take a couple personality tests to ensure I would fit the career culture. Once these tests came back a second interview was scheduled.
This interview was with the office manager and covered topics such as potential salary (except for a few "signing bonuses", the pay is 100% commission), the vision of the office, and answering any other questions I had.
After this interview I was offered a part-time contract while I worked on achieving a Life/Health license. Once I passed that test a full-time contract was offered.
Interview Question – I don't remember the specific questions asked. Mainly, the interview process was more of a dialogue than a checklist of questions I had to pass. The recruiter was very pleasant, calming, and encouraged me to think about the career seriously. Answer Question
Negotiation Details – Negotiation was not necessarily an option. Since pay is 100% commission based, the offer was take it or leave it.
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Financial Representative at Northwestern Mutual
No Offer – Interviewed in New York, NY Mar 2012 – Reviewed May 9, 2013
Interview Details – Was contacted by recruiter. Set up an interview in NYC, and went to office. Cool experience but would never take this job. Seems like they don't even care if you work for them just want your contacts to buy life insurance. Told me to come back with a list of over 100 people I think would be interested in buying life insurance. Commission based only. Not what I was looking for, but someone might be.
Interview Question – Do you know of anyone else who would be interested in working this job? View Answer
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Financial Representative at Northwestern Mutual
No Offer – Interviewed in Seattle, WA Apr 2013 – Reviewed Apr 29, 2013
Interview Details – I went in for a job shadow / financial representative informational meeting. Was about 4 hours long, met with 4 employees, and had an overall good experience. I met with 4 past interns that only spoke well of the program and how it landed them a full time salary with the company.
Interview Question – What do we do here at Northwestern Mutual Answer Question
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Financial Representative at Northwestern Mutual
Accepted Offer – Interviewed in Rochester, NY May 2012 – Reviewed Apr 25, 2013
Interview Details – Initial phone screening with recruiter, followed by phone interview with College Unit Director. Asked to interview 10 people with a provided questionnaire about the position and company. 1 on 1 interview in the office which is where I was offered the position. Some candidates reported having to do a presentation for the recruiter and college unit directors.
Interview Question – Give me an example of a time you went above and beyond what was required of you? Answer Question
Negotiation Details – No need to negotiate. There is a date when the internship begins, and you are expected to complete the pre-training materials before the first day.
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Financial Representative at Northwestern Mutual
Declined Offer – Interviewed in New York, NY Nov 2012 – Reviewed Apr 24, 2013
Interview Details – Very friendly and easy interview. Seemed informal. Was not paid for by them.
Interview Question – Why do you want to work for us Answer Question
Reason for Declining – Not for me
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Financial Representative at Northwestern Mutual
Accepted Offer – Reviewed Apr 5, 2013
Interview Details – Started off with an interview over the phone (basic screening). Then you go into the office and get shown around by the recruiter and talk to a few employees. Next, they ask you to come back in a couple weeks with a list of leads and you get the job if you have it done. Not too hard
Interview Question – What is your greatest weakness? Answer Question
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Financial Representative at Northwestern Mutual
No Offer – Interviewed in Great Neck, NY Oct 2012 – Reviewed Apr 1, 2013
Interview Details – Interviewed by a young HR representative. Wasn't nervous at all and it was pretty laid back.
Interview Question – What group issue were you involved with where you had to come up with a solution to fix it? What was your solution? Answer Question
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Financial Representative at Northwestern Mutual
Accepted Offer – Reviewed Mar 26, 2013
Interview Details – I was referred by a friend who was also interviewing for the same position. The interview process is fairly relaxed and is mostly geared towards finding out what type of person you are and if you are driven enough to succeed in an industry that is commission driven. They will have you fill out a personality test that helps them (and helps you) decide whether or not this type of career path is one you should continue to pursue.
Interview Question – Where do you see yourself financially in the next five years? Answer Question
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Financial Representative at Northwestern Mutual
Accepted Offer – Reviewed Mar 20, 2013
Interview Details – Had 2 interviews of 3. Great process.
Interview Question – Describe exactly what Northwestern Mutual does. Answer Question
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