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Updated 11 July 2022

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Incredibly easy, you'd need to give them a reason not to take you. I got a job in 10 minutes over the phone from getting a referral from someone. Not going to complain though.

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Question 1

How many hours per week would you like to work?

    Anonymous Interview Candidate

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    I interviewed at Northwestern Mutual

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    interviewed with two Financial advisors -- not a standard interview -was more of a conversation - very laid back compared to other formal interviews-- follow up received next business day for 2nd interview

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      Anonymous Employee in Washington, DC

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      I applied online. I interviewed at Northwestern Mutual (Washington, DC) in 01/01/2022

      Interview

      Long interview process with a project included. Be prepared to have at least 6 interviews and submit a long project. Overall, it was not hard but it was definitely time consuming and stressful.

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      Question 1

      Tell me about you and why you are interested in this opportunity

        Anonymous Employee

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        I interviewed at Northwestern Mutual

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        Business casual. People were easy going and respectful. One interview I asked all the questions and another one it was half and half. They were great about breaking the ice.

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        Question 1

        What is one accomplished im most proud of?

          Anonymous Interview Candidate in Atlanta, GA

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          I applied online. I interviewed at Northwestern Mutual (Atlanta, GA) in 01/08/2020

          Interview

          It was a laid back video interview. The recruiter was laid back and overall it was a good interview. This was also my first interview, if all the others are like this I would be happy.

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          Question 1

          What do you want to be doing in 5 years?

            Anonymous Employee

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            I applied online. The process took 4 weeks.I interviewed at Northwestern Mutual in 01/09/2019

            Interview

            The interview process started with a phone call and then an interview with a panel. They were very. good about following up and making sure all your questions are answered (you should have plenty prepared). Interview wasn't too intimating they make you feel really comfortable.

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            Question 1

            What are some your weaknesses?

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              Anonymous Interview Candidate in Nashville, TN

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              I applied through an employee referral. The process took 4 weeks.I interviewed at Northwestern Mutual (Nashville, TN) in 01/07/2018

              Interview

              The interview process was very relaxed and informal. The adviser really took the time to get to know me. He also did a great job of setting expectations for the position and making sure I was a good fit for his practice.

              Interview questions [1]

              Question 1

              Why do you want to leave your current job?

                Anonymous Employee in Richmond, VA

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                I applied online. The process took 6 weeks.I interviewed at Northwestern Mutual (Richmond, VA) in 01/02/2018

                Interview

                The interview process was quite long at Northwester Mutual. It consisted of 5 steps. The first was an initial phone call with a Northwestern recruiter. One week later was a in-person interview with the same recruiter. After this a personality assessment must take place. The third interview reviews this with the development director. After this you are given a packet to go conduct 10 interviews with potential clients. 3 are from your close network, 3 are from your more distant network, and 4 must be with people you don't know. After this you return for the fourth interview with a financial advisor. Then the final interview is with the Managing Partner or District Director of the office

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                Question 1

                What attracts you about the Financial Services Industry?

                  Anonymous Interview Candidate in Chicago, IL

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                  I applied online. The process took 2 weeks.I interviewed at Northwestern Mutual (Chicago, IL) in 01/06/2017

                  Interview

                  The recruiter was very easy to speak with and friendly. The interview process started with a phone screening then several online tests, a Skype interview, and a final face to face interview. The recruiter spoke highly of me but the Financial Representative I met with seemed to have little interest in me. The rep didn't ask me many questions just talked about the position. The rep seemed as if the decision was made before I even got there. However, the questions that were asked were pretty simple nothing out of the ordinary.

                  Interview questions [2]

                  Question 1

                  Where do you see yourself in 5 years?

                  Question 2

                  What do you know about the company?

                    Anonymous Employee in Atlanta, GA

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                    I applied online. The process took 4 weeks.I interviewed at Northwestern Mutual (Atlanta, GA) in 01/10/2016

                    Interview

                    It is extremely long and time consuming. Only do it if you are really interested. You meet with the operations person first. If they are interested they will send you an assessment on how well you work. After this you will hear from individual representatives that might be interested in your results

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                    Question 1

                    How has your prior experience prepared you for this position?

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