O processo levou 4 semanas. Fui entrevistado pela Morgan Stanley (Columbia, SC) em fev. de 2011
Entrevista
1. Telephone interview with the Complex Manager
2. Personality Test
3. Interview with the Complex Manager
4. Wrote Business Plan
5. 2 1:1 interviews with advisors on the Smith Barney Side
6. 2 1:1 interviews with advisors on the Morgan Stanley Side
7. Interview with the Branch Manager
8. Interviewed again with the Complex Manager to discuss Business Plan
9. I accepted an offer from another firm
The interview process can take a couple days or a month depending on how quickly one completes the personality test and business plan. I greatly enjoyed my interview experience with MSSB and have the utmost respect for every individual I interacted with from Financial Advisor Assistants to the Complex Manager.
The most important thing to remember about being an FA is that it's a SALES job. This was preached to me by everyone on my panel. In addittion, if you cannot raise at least $8-$10 million is assets with in 365 days of joining the firm don't waste your time or the advisors's.
In each of my interviews I discussed how I would reach my assets under managment goal and why I wanted to enter the business again.
Perguntas de entrevista [1]
Pergunta 1
What do you think a good first year assets under management goal would be and how will you achieve it?
The interview process for finance roles is typically structured and competency-based, with a strong emphasis on technical knowledge and analytical ability. Candidates can expect case studies, scenario-based questions, and discussions around market awareness, financial modeling, or client relationship skills. Employers also look for clear communication, professionalism, and the ability to demonstrate ethical decision-making under pressure.
Perguntas de entrevista [1]
Pergunta 1
A client comes to you with $2 million in investable assets but is highly risk-averse. How would you structure a portfolio and explain your recommendation so the client feels both comfortable and confident in the plan?
Few questions on experience and regular get to know you questions so that they could get to know you more and see if you were the right fit. I did not get an offer,
Fiz uma entrevista na empresa Morgan Stanley (Naperville, IL).
Entrevista
Interview process was very straight forward. I interviewed with the branch manager and was offered the position that same week. I chose to accept another offer from a competing firm.
Perguntas de entrevista [1]
Pergunta 1
Why you are interested in becoming a financial advisor?