I have provided an example of an interview questionnaire below. Also, as mentioned previously try and set times for each question and response. This will help you keep to schedule and to a similar format for each candidate.
The interview
As mentioned in my previous blogs, start the interview by trying to relax the candidate; asking about their journey and if they found your offices OK are good examples. This can then lead into a conversation about travel, traffic, mode of transport etc.
Before asking any interview questions, give an outline of the role, size of company, who they would report to, working hours etc. (see previous blogs)
Name: Date:
Role:
Essential questions Rate 1 – 10
Why are you applying for this role / Why do you want this job?
[Go through their qualifications] Do you think your qualifications are relevant / necessary for this role? If so, why/If not, why not?
Do you think you would require any training? If so, on what?
[Go through their previous employment history] I see you worked as a ……………….., what did you like/dislike about that role?
[If any gaps, make sure you ask about these] What were you doing between ……. and …….. dates?
Current role
Can you go through in detail about your current role? What are your responsibilities? What does an average day look like to you?
Do you have any experience of …………………………………?
[These questions should reflect the job description so ask as many of these questions as you can plus] Can you give me an example of when you …………………………..? What happened? Did the situation resolve itself satisfactory?
What are your strengths / weaknesses?
Where do you see yourself in 5 years time?
Would you describe yourself as ambitious and if so why?
Can you give an example of trying to work to a deadline? What happened?
Can you give me an example of a difficult situation with a client?
Can you give me an example of something you did that exceeded expectations / you are proud of?
How do you prioritise and organise your workload?
Do you have any questions for me/us?
Final questions
What salary are you looking for if we were to offer you this job?
If you are successful, when can you start?
Do you have any pre-booked annual leave?
How to close an interview is outlined in my previous blogs so please check those out if you have not already.
I hope all of this is of use. If you require assistance with designing job descriptions, recruitment and selection procedures, please do not hesitate to get in touch.
25 February 2021