Asking questions during a job interview is an opportunity to show your interest in the company and the position, as well as to gather information that can help you make an informed decision. Here are some tips and sample questions to consider:

Tips:

• Ask at least a few specific questions that show you have been paying attention throughout the interview process and that you are invested in the position and company.
• Avoid asking questions that focus too much on what the organization can do for you, such as salary and holiday allowance.
• Dont just ask questions at the end. Interviews work best when theyre a conversation, so dont be afraid to pose questions when it makes sense throughout the conversation.
• Avoid asking about anything that has previously been covered, as you dont want the interviewer to think that you havent been paying attention.
• Come up with at least four or five questions to ask the interviewer, and avoid questions that require a yes or no answer.

Sample questions:

Questions about the job:

• What does a typical day or week look like in this role?
• What are the most immediate projects that need to be addressed?
• What are your expectations for me in this role?
• What is most pressing in the beginning? What would you like to have done within the next three months?
• What are some of the more difficult challenges one would face in this position?

Questions about the company:

• What are the most important company values?
• What are the biggest goals for the company?
• How does this team/role contribute to the company goals?
• What excites you most about the companys future?
• In what direction do you see the organization heading over the next few years?
• How would you describe the culture of the company?
• What are some of the challenges of the organization?
• What significant changes do you foresee in the near future?
• What do you see as the trends in the industry?
• Is there anything else that you think I should know about the company?

Questions for the manager:

• How would you describe your management style?
• How do you communicate with your employees?
• How long have you been in your position?
• What do you find most satisfying about working for this company?

Questions focused on what you can offer an employer:

• What kind of person are you seeking for the position?
• What characteristics and skills would a person need to be successful in this job?
• What are some of the qualities that you think are important for someone to have in this role?
• How can I best contribute to the teams success?

Remember to choose the questions that are most relevant to you, your interests, and the specific job ahead of time. Write them down and glance at them right before your interview so that theyre fresh in your mind. And, of course, be mindful of the interviewers time. If you were scheduled to talk for an hour and they turn to you with five minutes left, choose two or three questions that are most important to you. You will always have more time to ask questions once you have the job offer in hand.