7 Questions To Ask Your Interviewer

Interviews are an important step in a hiring process – and not just for employers. Well-planned interview questions demonstrate to the hiring manager that you are interested and prepared, and help you gain an insight into whether this role is your next dream job!

Here are some questions to consider:

1. Can you walk me through a typical day/week/month in the life of this role?

This question helps to get down to the nitty-gritty of the day-to-day role. This question will help you to discover how you will really be spending your time.

2. What will be my biggest challenge in this role?

This question demonstrates to your interviewer that you are keen to tackle challenges and will help you to uncover any unique obstacles you may face. Remember, no role is perfect but now you can evaluate if these are challenges you feel motivated to overcome or not.

3. How will my success be measured in this role? What are the kinds of KPIs you have in place?

This is one of the most popular questions to ask in an interview. It demonstrates that you are results-driven and want to achieve. It may also help you understand if the business is one that is focused on personal growth and what frameworks are in place to set you up for success.

4. What have you enjoyed most about working here?

Connect with your manager on a personal level and understand their drivers and motivations. You may discover a little about the culture in the team and wider business, as well as key perks that you can also look forward to.

5. Who do you think would be the ideal candidate for this role, and how do I measure up? Is there anything missing from my skill set/experience?

It’s always important to ask for feedback. Listen carefully to the answer as you may have an opportunity to allay any concerns. Alternatively, if you do indeed have a skill or experience gap, it’s an opportunity for you to convey your self-awareness and interest in training or development to bring you up to speed.

6. Why is this role available?

Whether this role is newly created, there was a promotion or there were previous cultural issues within the organisation, you can learn a lot about the context that you will be stepping into. If there was a promotion – what was that pathway? This may be a journey that you can follow.

7. What are the opportunities for growth within this role and what types of training and professional development programs can you offer?

Demonstrate to your potential employer that you are career-orientated and keen to expand your knowledge and develop within the organisation. Offer information about any further study that you may be currently undertaking or any areas that you would like to explore.

Lawson Delaney is a leading executive search and professional recruitment firm based in Melbourne. We specialise in recruiting CEOs and leadership teams, and accountants of all seniorities for Accounting firms. Contact us on 03 9946 7300 or support@lawsondelaney.com.au to learn more about how we can assist you with a vacancy or new role today.