I applied through college or university. The process took 4 weeks. I interviewed at Equitable Advisors (Los Angeles, CA) in Mar 2016
Interview
met 2 gentlemen at a networking event. I told them about my background and they invited me for a phone interview. after that was going into the office and meeting another advisor. 3rd round I met the top executive at the office who went over the details of the job offer.
You do an introductory call, then an in-person meeting, and finally a business plan presentation. This take place over a couple weeks and as long as you are confident and somewhat professional and are up for what the role requires, you will get through the interview process.
The first interview was a prelim phone call with the talent recruiter and then a second call with the Regional Vice President. I was then notified by email that I would not continue with the interview process
I applied through other source. The process took 4 weeks. I interviewed at Equitable Advisors (Philadelphia, PA) in Dec 2024
Interview
2 phone call interviews then an in-person in the office with 2-3 employees in management. The phone calls are more informative with a lot of time for you to ask questions.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
What are the positives and negatives of becoming a financial advisor.