Agent applicants have rated the interview process at New York Life with 2.3 out of 5 (where 5 is the highest level of difficulty) and assessed their interview experience as 63% positive. To compare, the company-average is 57.8% positive. This is according to Glassdoor user ratings.
Candidates applying for Agent roles take an average of 21 days to get hired, when considering 179 user submitted interviews for this role. To compare, the hiring process at New York Life overall takes an average of 19 days.
Common stages of the interview process at New York Life as a Agent according to 179 Glassdoor interviews include:
One on one interview: 24%
Background check: 14%
Drug test: 12%
Personality test: 12%
Phone interview: 11%
IQ intelligence test: 10%
Presentation: 7%
Skills test: 5%
Group panel interview: 4%
Other: 2%
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I applied online. I interviewed at New York Life (San Diego, CA) in Sep 2020
Interview
First I was contacted through zip recruiter and had a zoom interview with office manager , phone interview, in person interview reviewing pre contract questions based on the "career in insurance sales packet"
I applied through a recruiter. The process took 2 weeks. I interviewed at New York Life (New York, NY) in Jul 2025
Interview
Management does a good job explaining the Job. It was a lengthy process. Knowing a lot of people is key. It is tough to start but pays off later at commisions build.
I applied through a recruiter. The process took 2 months. I interviewed at New York Life (New York, NY) in Jul 2025
Interview
Extensive vetting. Requires you to become licensed for life insurance, after which point you'd have follow up interviews before ultimately moving forward. You need recommendations, and you'll have to conduct some introductory surveys with people who are supportive of you, and these surveys will actually benefit you down the road as you start your career.
The interview process was straightforward and comfortable. The questions were clear, allowing me to express my thoughts easily. Overall, it felt supportive and friendly, making it an enjoyable experience. Thank you!