Are you all set to face an interview but have no idea on what to ask the interviewer? Here are some interview questions to ask the interviewer. Read them to get going.

Questions To Ask The Interviewer

After countless calls, innumerable e-mails and incessant resume drops, you’ve finally bagged a job interview with your dream company and now it’s time to sashay your talent, in person. You have waited for this big day all this while and now it’s your turn to make the most of it. Your confidence is just right and you are all gingered up for the big rapid fire. But wait! Are you armed with pertinent questions to ask the interviewer? Surprised? Most of us, in our endeavor to bag the deal, often downplay the importance of interviewing the interviewer while a few others relatively deem it as improper to question the querier. Understand that an interview is not a question round, but a one-on-one session aimed to achieve a better sense of understanding between the recruiter and the candidate. So the next time your interviewer shoots “any questions” in the middle of your interview round, don’t sit dumbfounded. Sometimes asking the right questions, too, can tilt the favor to your side. If you are due for an interview anytime soon, then going through these sample interview questions will leave you with the right questions. Read on for more.
 
Questions For Interviewer
  • Why is this position available?
  • Is this a new position? How long has this position existed?
  • How would you describe the responsibilities of the position?
  • How would you describe a typical week/day in this position?
  • Who does this position report to? If I am offered the position, can I meet him/her?
  • What is the company's management style?
  • How many people work in this office/department?
  • How much travel is expected?
  • Is relocation a possibility?
  • What is the typical work week? Is overtime expected?
  • What are the prospects for growth and advancement?
  • How does one advance in the company?
  • Are there any examples?
  • What do you like about working here?
  • What don't you like about working here and what would you change?
  • Would you like a list of references?
  • What can I tell you about my qualifications?
  • Are there any other questions I can answer for you?
  • What are the top three qualities an employee needs to be successful in this job?
  • How will I be trained or introduced to the job?
  • What is a typical career path from this job?
  • What are some of the goals and challenges your group is likely to face in the next year?
  • How would my job performance be evaluated?
  • What are my benefits and perks?
  • What is my salary range?
  • What are some of the things that you like about working for this company?
  • Who would I work with?
  • What hours do people typically work?
  • What are the next steps?
  • Apart from my core responsibilities, what could be my additional responsibilities?
  • Will my responsibilities change from time to time?
  • How is the company structured?
  • Please tell me about the work culture in the company?
  • What are the on-the-job training opportunities provided?
  • What amount of autonomy is given to employees?
  • What’s the organizational plan in the next 5 years?
  • What are the current plans for expansion or cutbacks?
  • What kind of turnover rate does the company have?
  • How financially sound is this company?
  • What is the philosophy of the company?
  • If I am extended a job offer, how soon would you like me to start?
  • What are the company's long and short term goals?
  • What are the most challenging aspects of the position?
  • Describe the opportunities for training and professional development.
  • What is the company's promotional policy?
  • When can I expect to hear from you?


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