Northern Trust Operations Analyst Interview Questions
& Process
Real candidates share what happened, how many rounds they had,
and how the experience turned out.
Based on 11 interview experiences · FREE TO READ
Candidate interview experiences
First-hand accounts from people who interviewed at Northern Trust.
Northern Trust
Operations Analyst
Entry Easy Neutral experience Decline offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Onsite Offer
Interview formats
Behavioral
The whole process took forever. I didn't hear back for about a month after applying, and then it was another month until they set up an in person interview. They ended up interviewing me for a different job than I applied for. The interview itself went okay, but the managers didn't seem to have read my resume. They were upfront about the long hours (80+ a week) and how boring the job was, which I appreciated, but it made me not want the job. They didn't make an offer for another 3 months, and by then I had already taken another job.
Confirmed questions1 question
- Are you able to work extended hours?
Northern Trust
Process Analyst
Entry Average Positive experience Accept offer 1 round
Interview process
Onsite
Interview formats
Behavioral
For this temporary position at Northern, which could turn into a full-time role after six months, there was just one face-to-face interview. I spoke with the manager and his assistant for about 30-40 minutes. They mostly asked behavioral questions, like about my strengths and weaknesses. They also asked about my time management skills, how I handle stress, and my future career goals in 3-5 years. Since the role is in the alternative investment department, they only asked one finance-related question: if I knew about alternative investments. They were looking for someone who works hard and has good time management.
Confirmed questions1 question
- How do you handle stress?
Northern Trust
Operations Analyst
Entry Average Positive experience Accept offer 1 round
Interview process
Recruiter call Onsite Offer
Interview formats
Behavioral
Applied for a role, but ended up interviewing for an Operations Analyst position. The first interview had 3 people: the Sr VP, a VP, and an HR rep. It was pretty standard, though the manager seemed a bit reluctant to be there. They said I'd have a second interview in two weeks and would be contacted. I heard nothing for a month, even after sending follow-ups. Finally, they called and offered me the job, saying no second interview was needed.
Confirmed questions1 question
- What would you do for the rest of your life if you could do anything, and don't lie to me?
Northern Trust Operations Analyst Interview Questions
Quoted word for word from Northern Trust interview reports.
“What's the typical management fee for a hedge fund?”
Read reports →“What would you do for the rest of your life if you could do anything, and don't lie to me?”
Read reports →“How do you handle stress?”
Read reports →“Are you able to work extended hours?”
Read reports →“Why am I the best fit for this role?”
Read report →“What positive feedback would your previous colleagues give you?”
Read report →“Were there any challenging questions asked during the interview process?”
Read report →“Can you tell me about areas for improvement or weaknesses identified in your previous job performance reviews?”
Read report →“Can you elaborate on your previous career experiences?”
Read report →Formats, difficulty and experience
Across all 11 Northern Trust interview reports.