I applied through an employee referral. The process took 1+ week. I interviewed at Northwestern Mutual (Los Angeles, CA) in July 2014
Interview
Very long process. Total of 5 interviews. You meet with the recruiter, then with the manager, and some of the current FR's. They really took the time to get to know you and give you an idea of the numbers it takes to be successful out in the field
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
What was it like growing up in LA? How has UCLA influenced the way you view the world?
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?