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(Sample Templates):
Questions to ask the Interviewer
1. The interview is a two-way process
1. The interview is a two-way process
2. A list of appropriate questions
3. Questions not to ask
1. The interview is a two-way process
The interview is a two-way interactive process. The person interviewing you will want to:
- §explain the nature of the job, the prospects and the organisation;
- discover more about the personal qualities of applicants, and in particular their motivation as far as the job in question is concerned;
- to ensure that applicants feel that they have been given fair treatment; and
- to select the best person for the job.
You will want to be convinced that the employer and position provides:
- §opportunities for personal growth and development;
- worthwhile challenges;
- potential for career advancement;
- your expected level of salary and associated benefits;
- job security; and
- an acceptable balance of favourable and unfavourable aspects.
This means that the interviewer will want to establish whether you are suitable to the company and position and you will want to find out if the employer and position are right for you.
2. A list of appropriate questions
You should therefore ensure that you have sufficient information about the employer and position to make up your mind whether you want the position.
It is likely that the interviewer will invite you to ask questions. If not, it is quite acceptable for you, at the end of the interview, to politely state that you have some questions of your own. This will not be seen as impertinence, indeed it will be a sign of your independent thinking and desire to obtain the total picture. You wouldn’t need to ask questions if the points had already been covered in the interview discussions.
Questions that might be appropriate are listed below, but you might want to add to the list.
What will you expect of me? What are my responsibilities?
How will my performance be evaluated?
Where will I fit into the overall organisation?
Who will I report to?
Where does he/she fit in the organisation?
Who will report to me?
Why did the person who held this job leave?
What is the labour turnover in your department?
Where do you see this company in five years time?
Is there room for promotion? How long might I wait?
What will be my salary, benefits and bonuses? (This would probably have been raised during the previous part of the interview. If not, you must make sensible enquiries, after all this is the main reason why you are seeking employment. Do not be embarrassed to ‘talk money’.)
Will there be any travelling in this job?
Do you see the company relocating anytime in the near future?
I have a requirement to achieve a record of continuing professional development. What training support do you provide?
How would you describe your leadership style?
When will you decide on the appointment?
What is the next step?
3. Questions not to ask
Do not ask questions that you should have researched yourself, such as:
Who are your customers?
Where does the company market its products?
What was the company’s turnover last year?
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