Questions to Ask in an Interview

The questions below will help you to find out more about the position and if it is a good fit for you. These questions might also help you to think of other good questions.

Can you explain how you let someone take a project and run with it?
How (and how often) do you deliver feedback? Can you provide examples?
Please explain your department's career development. What might I expect after, say, three years of excellent performance?
What do you see for this company in the future - particularly as it might impact on career opportunities?
What would I be expected to accomplish in the job we are discussing?*
If I were to fill this job, can you tell me what your expectations are for the incumbent in this position?*
What opportunities for advancement are typically available to people in this position?
Can you tell me why this position is vacant?
How does this position fit into the organizational structure?
How would you describe the management philosophy of this company?
What are this department's most important current projects?
How much autonomy would I have in this job?
How many subordinates would be under my direct supervision? Can you tell me something about these people?
Will you please tell me about the person I would report to and other key people I would be dealing with?

*Note: If you can weave these questions into an early segment of the interview, chances are you will learn what is important to the interviewer; you can then tailor your presentation accordingly.

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