I applied through an employee referral. I interviewed at Fisher Investments
Interview
Two 30 minute phone interviews. I was referred by a current employee and I was guaranteed at least one interview. I received a phone call a day or so after I applied and the referral was made. Both interviewers were professional and straight forward. My degree is in Psychology, but I felt immediately disqualified when they reconsidered me for an Account Executive role as mentioned in the second interview. They asked me what my GPA was and how I felt about my performance in school. I felt as though my candidacy for the CSA position was overlooked because of my major and academic background being in behavioral sciences and not finance. They are considering me for a role that involves cold calling and sales, for drastically less pay. Basically, I feel misled and while they foster diversity, they devalue it into a glorified telemarketing role. They are a great company to work for, but unless you have the background of a finance all-star student, it will be an uphill battle to prove your merit.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Tell us about yourself? Why fisher investments? What are your strengths and weaknesses?
first round: Phone Call with a recruiter. He asked basic questions like tell me about yourself, why do you want to work at Fisher Investments and etc. The process was smooth and clear.
Applied, within 24 hours got an offer to interview over the phone. Phone interview was positive and was told I’d be recommended for a video interview. 3 days later, got a boilerplate rejection email. The kind that says, “after careful consideration” you know the one. The one that feigns consideration as corporate insulation from the applicants. If you want to still apply for a company that says, verbatim per the email,
“We understand you may want additional information about our decision. However, as a company policy, we do not provide feedback”, then you are entitled to your own pain and suffering.
Phone Interview, behaviour questions and availability. Asked about previous work experiences. Spoke for about 30 mins. Recruiter was new. The conversation was not flowing. Hence I was hesitant with my answers. But it was not very difficult.
