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This question aims to evaluate the candidateās interest in the role.
Are they really motivated to get hired for this specific job or do they just mass-apply to every job ad under the sun? Candidates should show that this application was a conscious decision on their part.
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I have been following your companyās successes for some time now and I know you have a great software development team. I checked your careers page regularly and when I saw this job, I was thinking this would be the best environment for me to apply the skills I acquired during my internship & Masterās degree.
I have experience in web development and Iām really interested in the projects youāre mentioning in the job ā in fact, one of them was the subject of my thesis.
I really think Iām a good fit for the job & can grow even more in your workplace.
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With this question, recruiters can assess whether candidates have truly understood the roleās requirements and whether they think they can do the job.
The best candidates will readily explain how their previous experience relates to the job ad.
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In your job ad, you mention you want someone with talent in inbound sales. I was actually a sales associate at a local store in my area for about three years.
During this time:
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While similar to the previous question, this question proactively asks about the most important aspects of the role.
For example, if a company is hiring a copywriter, theyāll certainly ask about the candidateās experience in different types of writing or editing.
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During my time as a marketing specialist in Acme Inc., I got to write a lot of marketing copy. I was solely responsible for writing emails we sent to prospects and customers, including newsletters.
I also wrote short copy for social media and, occasionally, articles for our blog.
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This is one of the best HR interview questions to ask to start a conversation on requirements and responsibilities.
Itās useful to assess how much the candidate has understood the role.
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First, the job description itself was very well-written and gave me a good idea of what the role was about.
Second, I really liked the fact that this accounting role involves collaboration with others. I love accounting, but I donāt want to sit at my desk to look at numbers all day ā I want to have the chance to work as part of a team where we can exchange opinions and knowledge of new accounting methods and organize the company accounting department in the best way possible.
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The best candidates will cite good reasons for moving on from their previous roles. Being negative or badmouthing their employer is a red flag. Of course, thereās a balance ā honest candidates will often give an honest answer, and sometimes, their previous employer really is at fault for the end of their employment relationship.Ā
Attitude is what matters in these HR interview questions. For example, itād be reasonable if a candidate mentioned they left their previous job because their employer wasnāt paying their workers the fair market rate.
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I really liked my previous job and team. I started as a junior and worked my way up to a team lead in marketing. However, I think that my time in this company has come full circle ā Iām actually the one who coaches others while I donāt learn anything myself anymore.
Learning is important to me, so I want a new job that will challenge me and help me develop further.
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The purpose of these types of HR questions is clear: the HR professional wants to ensure that the candidate has researched the company and understands what theyāre applying to.
Candidates donāt need to show deep knowledge of the company and its products, but they should certainly know everything that can be discovered via a simple online search ā of course, if they have already used the companyās products/services or they know someone who works there, thatās a plus.
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This is one of several very common HR interview questions that may refer to anything āout of the ordinaryā or interesting in a candidateās resume, such as a job that lasted for only a few months or that was seemingly unrelated to the candidateās background, or an outright gap in the candidateās employment history.
The purpose of these HR interview questions is to clarify these points and make sure there arenāt any red flags.
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After I finished my masterās degree, I started working non-stop for six years. Thatās why I decided to take a break from work and travel to other countries toĀ volunteer.
This helped me clear my mind and help other people while acquiring new skills (like communication and organizational ability).
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This can take other forms, too, such as āWhat can we do to keep you happy if you were hired?ā or āWhat do you like about your current job that youād like to find here as well?ā
These are examples ofĀ culture fit interview questionsĀ that aim to assess the candidateās suitability as an employee of the company. Usually, thereās no right or wrong answer. It all depends on whether each candidate is a fit for each individual company.
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I like workplaces that emphasize both autonomy and teamwork.
I like collaborating with others and exchanging ideas, but I also want to have flexibility to work uninterrupted for some time. Also, I value the absence of restrictions, such as a casual dress code unless Iām meeting with customers or partners.
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Similar HR questions to this have to do with various ātechnicalā aspects of the job, such as willingness to travel or relocate, or ability to follow a shift schedule.
HR professionals use this question to ensure theyāre not speaking to a candidate who has excessively high salary expectations (or who is generally unable to meet the demands of the job).
Candidates shouldnāt be asked toĀ divulge their salary historyĀ or current salary ā in fact, itās downrightĀ illegal to do soĀ in some jurisdictions ā but expectations are a good way to make sure both parties are in sync.
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Iāve done someĀ research on the average salaries for this type of role in my area and I think I would expect this role to pay between X and Y.
But I think we can discuss this further at a later time if you think Iād be a good fit for the role. Could you tell me the salary range you have in mind?
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Regardless of the stage in the hiring process, candidates should always have the opportunity to ask questions themselves so they can decide if the job is a good fit for them.
The other reason that HR uses this question is to find out if candidates are truly interested in knowing more. They should ask smart questions about the company, and preferably, questions related to the role, too.
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Could you tell me what the next steps in the hiring process are?
Also, I read an online interview where your CEO said that your company wants to work with voice recognition technology. Iām fascinated by that. Will this role involve work on these types of projects?
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What questions should your HR department ask during interviews?
Why are HR interview questions important
What questions should your HR department NOT ask?
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Here's a list of the best human resources interview questions for candidates, plus sample answers. The purpose of these questions/answers is to gauge the candidatesā basic skills and interest in the role and to clarify various points about their application and resume.
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