During the interview
Interviews will generally have four key stages: stages one and two will take the majority of the time as these are the key question and answer sessions
- Introductions and company scene setting
The interviewer will introduce themselves and the company, and set the scene for what they are looking for during the interview. Candidates can ask questions throughout this stage at relevant points.
- Questions and Exploration
The interviewer will lead the candidate through various questions designed to assess their skills, how well they understand and want the role, and their suitability for that role and the company. The interviewer may lead candidates onto new topics throughout and interject, don’t be put off if this happens.
The type of questions may vary amongst behavioural questions, historical questions and competency based questions outlined in the practice section
- Candidates Questions to the Employer
The candidate will be invited to ask questions about the employer, about the role and team they will be working in, about the industry or learning and development. It is highly advised to prepare these in advance, as not asking any shows a lack of interest and preparation. Your Mandeville consultant can help you in composing relevant questions.
Sample candidate questions are in the practice interview section
- Wrap up and next Steps
The interviewer will explain what will happen next, what the next stages in the interview process are, when candidates will hear feedback and when the process will be concluded