I applied online. The process took 2 months. I interviewed at Sun Life in Jan 2017
Interview
After applying online, I was contact 2 weeks later to arrange a phone interview with their recruitment team. I had the call and was told that someone should be back in touch with me the next week. I didn't hear back for a couple of weeks (first red flag). I was then scheduled for an an in-person interview with the hiring manager. After the interview, I was told that someone would be in touch within 2 weeks to advise on next steps. After 3 weeks, I haven't received any follow up even though I've reached out directly to the recruitment team (2nd red flag).
Very disappointed with my experience so far. I'm not sure why these lengthly, black-hole recruiting practices still exist. I don't mind investing my time for the right opportunity, but treat me with respect.
Companies lose out on great talent when the hiring process takes months.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Questions tend to follow a script format. You have to get them off script or you won't be memorable; although they default back to asking script questions at their first chance.
Tell me about a time when... What would you do if... How would you manager rate you...
Applied online - recruiter screening call - hiring manager interview - skip level interview - final interview from a leader in a different team. Whole process took about a month from the start of the recruiter call.
Screening call, 3 rounds of interviews with senior management. Standard q&as about work experience. Generally easy and pleasant interview process altogether. Be ready with questions at the end of the interview.
I applied online. I interviewed at Sun Life (Toronto, ON)
Interview
HR round - Basic questions, screening and other details
Why do you want to switch? Salary expectations?
Hiring Manager - Case Study and behavioral questions for fit
Questions around the position, role and company
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Case study on profitability and market study/research
