I applied through college or university. The process took 1 week. I interviewed at Northwestern Mutual in Jul 2012
Interview
I was contacted a little ways after applying - was told about the position on the phone. Came for a interview with the HR contact/recruiter. Next came an interview with the person who would be my "coach"/boss. They want to make sure you are independent, social, accountable, etc. If you can show these traits you will probably get hired.
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?