Frequently Asked Questions
Questions you may be asked:
- Tell me a little about yourself
- Describe your current job and responsibilities
- Why do you want to leave, or why did you leave your last employer?
- What have been your greatest achievements in your career so far?
- Where do you see your strengths and weaknesses?
- What aspects of your previous roles have you really enjoyed, and which have you not liked?
- Describe what you understand about this role, and what you think are the key areas of responsibility
- What skills and qualities do you think that you have that you can bring to this role?
- What motivates you and what demotivates you?
- Tell me what you know about our company
- Why do you want to work for us?
- What are your ambitions and plans for the future?
- Why is this vacancy available?
- Describe a typical day for me in this job
- What training will I be given?
- What additional support can I expect so that I am successful in this role?
- How would you describe the working environment and the team that I will be working with?
- What career opportunities are there for me further on down the line?
- What other information can you give me about the company, for example, expansion plans for the future?
- How many other people have you interviewed for this position and how do I compare to them?
- What is the next stage of the recruitment process and when will you be making a decision?
- What reservations do you have relating to my application for the post?