I applied online. The process took 1 week. I interviewed at Mercer
Interview
Phone interview
The woman was aggressive, gave me feedback at the end saying dont rush and so basically saying you dont have the job.
Went through my c.v asking me about why did I study abroad, why this course.
Asked about a time I was innovative, where did you work well in a team.Phone interview
I applied through college or university. The process took 4 weeks. I interviewed at Mercer (Chicago, IL) in Oct 2013
Interview
Applied through school for an on-campus interview day. Was notified I was chosen for an interview right away.
The interview was very informal and easy going. There were two representatives from the company - a recruiter from HR and an actual investment analyst. The questions they asked were very easy, just to get an idea of who I am and what I've done. They asked why I was interested in Mercer and consulting along with a few things about my resume. There were only 2 behavioral questions.
Overall, the interview lasted about 20 minutes.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Why Mercer?
Why do you think you will be a good consultant?
Name a time that you experienced a breakdown in communication and how you handled it.
How have you used excel?
Process consists of initial web application form, with questions about what would you expect to be doing on the job and some general industry knowledge. Second stage is a phone interview. Make sure you know which qualification you'd like get as well as you will be asked about general industry knowledge.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Tell me of a time when you made a mistake and how did you deal with it.