Waddell & Reed Financial Analyst interview experience

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United StatesPosted Oct 2013 · Candidate report, summarized by Dataford

I had a very short, mostly one-sided interview experience where the company emphasized itself heavily, with quick steps that still ended up focused on licensing and commission.

Initial outreach / first touch — I received an email or quick request and either attended a very brief meeting or spoke on the phone.
Company-sales style interview — In some cases, the interviewer barely questioned me and mostly sold the company; in others, it was a short in-office discussion.
At-home online exam — I encountered an online exam step after the initial conversation.
Meeting with a supervisor — I was invited to meet with a district/regional supervisor who continued the pitch.
Licensing/compensation gate — The process made clear that studying and pay

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