TTD Insight 12
What Questions Should You Ask At Interview?
By Emma Grace, Founder, The Talent Division
Welcome to Talent Division Insights, practical career advice and recruitment insight from Emma Grace, Founder of The Talent Division. Drawing on nearly 30 years in recruitment, these Insights are designed to help candidates navigate every stage of the job search with confidence
As your interview comes to an end, you'll almost always hear the same question.
"Do you have any questions for us?"
Please don't say...
"No, I think you've covered everything."
An interview should be a two-way conversation.
The questions you ask demonstrate curiosity, preparation and genuine interest.
More importantly, they help you decide whether the role is actually right for you.
Ask about success
One of my favourite questions is:
"What would success look like for the person in this role after six or twelve months?"
It tells you exactly what the employer values.
Ask about the team
You could ask:
- How would you describe the team culture?
- What do people enjoy most about working here?
- How does the team work together day to day?
You're going to spend a lot of time with these people, it's important to understand the environment you'll be joining.
Ask about development
Good questions include:
- What opportunities are there to learn and develop?
- How do you support career progression?
- What training is available?
These questions show you're thinking beyond simply getting the job.
Ask about the future
Employers love candidates who think commercially.
Try asking:
- What are the biggest priorities for the business over the next year?
- What challenges is the team currently facing?
- How can this role contribute to those goals?
Don't ask questions just to ask something
Choose questions you genuinely want the answers to.
A thoughtful conversation is always better than reading from a prepared list.
Emma's Thought
"The best interviews feel like conversations, not interrogations. Good questions don't just impress the interviewer, they help you decide whether you're making the right career move."