I applied online. The process took 3 days. I interviewed at Northwestern Mutual (Montvale, NJ) in May 2008
Interview
I initially thought very highly of the company, since I had originally heard many respectful things about the company in the past, but as i continued through the inteview process and began meeting several people within the organization, I came to the conclusion that this place was not for me. Way too much commitment, Too much focus on initial acclamation to sales enviroment. In the end i believe my personality wasnt going to fit anyway.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
What adjectives would your friends use to describe you?
There were four or five interviews, if you count the meeting with my future mentor. There were also a few personality assessments. Lots of paperwork. The finance industry is tightly regulated.
The first interview was easygoing and went fairly well. We talked a little on myself and what northwestern was all about. Because they wanted to see how I could fit in to their team and what I would bring.
I interviewed at Northwestern Mutual (Greenville, SC)
Interview
The process was smooth and straight forward. A lot of behavioral based questions, but relaxed and low stress. First phase is a phone screening followed by a teams or in person meeting.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Tell me about the most influential person in your life?