Executive Assistant applicants have rated the interview process at WTW with 2.3 out of 5 (where 5 is the highest level of difficulty) and assessed their interview experience as 100% positive. To compare, the company-average is 66.1% positive. This is according to Glassdoor user ratings.
Candidates applying for Executive Assistant roles take an average of 9 days to get hired, when considering 3 user submitted interviews for this role. To compare, the hiring process at WTW overall takes an average of 29 days.
Common stages of the interview process at WTW as a Executive Assistant according to 3 Glassdoor interviews include:
Phone interview: 29%
One on one interview: 29%
Background check: 14%
Group panel interview: 14%
Skills test: 14%
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I applied online. The process took 2 weeks. I interviewed at WTW (New York, NY) in May 2025
Interview
Recruiter Screening
First-Round Interview (HR or Business Services)
Second-Round Interview (Direct Manager –)
Final Interviews (Optional – Peers or Supporting Teams)Depending on the hiring structure, you may meet with other senior EAs or cross-functional colleagues to assess collaboration, cultural fit, and day-to-day working style.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Own your resume and accomplishments and be fully fluent in your professional story and how it aligns with the role. Carefully review the job description and draw clear, specific parallels between your experience and the key responsibilities. Use "power specifics" — concise, descriptive examples that highlight your impact. Avoid vague generalities. When answering questions, stay focused and direct; include detail only when it's relevant and adds value to your response.
Human Resources phone screen was followed by in-person interviews with several team members at various levels of the organization. Each team member met with me individually on the same day.
I applied online. The process took 4 days. I interviewed at WTW (New York, NY) in May 2015
Interview
I submitted my resume online and was called in by one of the VPs. She was amazing! We reviewed my resume. She asked me several questions about my experience. She introduced me to Senior Management and she explained the job description in complete detail. She was very personable and I could not have asked for a better interview.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Where do I see myself in the company in five years?