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Cresset Interview Questions
& Process

Real candidates share what happened, how many rounds they had,
and how the experience turned out.

Based on 8 interview experiences · FREE TO READ

2.6 Rounds average
Average Typical difficulty
25% Positive experience

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3 roles · 8 reports

Candidate interview experiences

First-hand accounts from people who interviewed at Cresset.

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Wealth Planner

Finance · nearly a year ago

Mid Average Neutral experience No offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Background check Offer
Interview formats
Behavioral

The interview process was pretty typical in structure but took a long time. I first worked with Cresset’s internal HR team but ultimately didn't get an offer. The position stayed open for about eight months, and then an external recruiter reached out about the same job.

Confirmed questions1 question
  • Would you be okay staying as a planner long-term without wanting or expecting to move into an advisory role or track?
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Digital Marketing Intern

Marketing · more than a year ago

Intern Average Neutral experience No offer 4 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Phone screen Technical screen Onsite Offer
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical

The interview process started with an application, followed by a formal phone call from a recruiter. Then, a Zoom interview was scheduled with the Marketing Director, followed by another Zoom interview with the Managing Director and the Chief Marketing Officer. Finally, an offer was extended. It was a fast-paced process.

Confirmed questions1 question
  • Can you share an instance where you felt unsure about the path forward?
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Software Developer

Engineering

Mid Difficult Negative experience Accept offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Technical screen Presentation
Interview formats
Technical Coding Presentation Behavioral

I had a round with a senior developer and a project manager. It was a deep dive into my technical skills and experience, especially around cloud computing and software development. They asked about projects from my resume, my role, and the tech used. There was also a live coding challenge for optimizing cloud storage.

Confirmed questions2 questions
  • Could you present a project you're proud of, detailing the challenges, how you overcame them, and the technologies involved?
  • Following your presentation, we'll have a Q&A session.
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Associate Director

Consulting

Director Average Positive experience Accept offer 5 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Onsite Presentation Background check Offer
Interview formats
Case Group Presentation Other

There were 5 interview rounds. They included a case study. You'll meet with some managing directors and other associates to check if you can collaborate. You might also do an online assessment to determine your personality type.

Confirmed questions1 question
  • How do you manage your tasks and prioritize them?

Cresset Interview Questions

Quoted word for word from Cresset interview reports.

Can you explain a complicated subject in a way a five-year-old would understand?

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Would you be okay staying as a planner long-term without wanting or expecting to move into an advisory role or track?

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Can you share an instance where you felt unsure about the path forward?

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What's your approach to managing multiple projects or priorities?

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Could you present a project you're proud of, detailing the challenges, how you overcame them, and the technologies involved?

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Can you tell me about your qualifications that match what we're looking for in this role?

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Formats, difficulty and experience

Across all 8 Cresset interview reports.

Interview formats

Behavioral 38.9%
Technical 22.2%
Presentation 16.7%
Case 5.6%
Group 5.6%

Interview difficulty

Easy 12.5%
Average 75%
Difficult 12.5%

Candidate experience

Neutral 50%
Positive 25%
Negative 25%

Reports by job function

Finance 2
Other 2
Marketing 2
Consulting 1
Engineering 1