“Why is this position open?” It’s a great interview question. And you should be asking it. But here’s a list of other interview questions every candidate should ask. You will uncover key details about the team, the role, and the company culture to help you know what experience to highlight and stand out from the competition.
Team Insights:
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- How long has the hiring manager been with the team, and have they been promoted?
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- Can you tell me about someone else who started in a similar role and how it impacted their career growth?
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- Has this team dealt with any restructuring (layoffs or reporting changes) lately?
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- Are there any examples of other team members moving internally to join this team?
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- Which teams will this group get to collaborate with?
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- What does the team wish they had more time to focus on?
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- What’s something about the team that might surprise someone who joins?
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- How does the team typically communicate feedback?
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- How are disagreements handled and decisions typically made?
Role-Specific Questions:
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- What are the main challenges that I’d face if I joined this role?
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- What do you need from this role that will have the largest impact on success over the next 12 months?
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- Is there a soft skill that the team extremely values?
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- How are initiatives developed on this team?
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- What resources does the team provide for ramp-up/training in a position like this one?
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- Are there any opportunities for ongoing learning, certifications, or training?
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- What’s been a major blocker that has stopped other candidates from moving forward in the process?
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- How is success measured in terms of KPIs for this role?
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- How are performance review processes conducted and what’s most important?
Be prepared. Stand out. And remember that interviews are a 2 way street. Use these interview questions to make sure that the company is as good a fit for you as you are for them!
Is there anything we missed? We’d love to hear what other interview questions you think every candidate should be asking.
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