Interview · 10 questions
Behavioural interview questions
Questions that ask for real past examples, using the STAR method (Situation, Task, Action, Result).
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Interview rounds
HR round questions
A set of fair, structured questions for the HR round - motivation, fit, expectations, and logistics.
- Questions
- 12
- Time needed
- 30-40 minutes
- Use for
- Interview rounds
- Format
- Structured, same for every candidate
Questions to ask
12 questions - click Copy to use one.
- Tell me about yourself and what led you to apply for this role.
- What do you know about our company, and what attracted you to it?
- What are the most important things you look for in your next job?
- Describe your current or last role and your biggest contribution.
- Why are you leaving, or why did you leave, your last job?
- What kind of manager and team do you do your best work with?
- How do you handle disagreement with a colleague?
- Tell me about a mistake you made and what you learned.
- Where do you want to be in two to three years?
- What are your salary expectations and notice period?
- Are you comfortable with the working hours, location, and travel this role needs?
- What questions do you have for us?
Benefits
- Makes hiring fairer by asking every candidate the same questions.
- Improves the quality of hiring decisions.
- Reduces bias and legal risk.
- Helps interviewers prepare quickly.
What to listen for
- Clear reasons for a move, not only complaints about the past.
- Specific examples with results, rather than general statements.
- Honesty about learning and mistakes.
- Questions about the role, which show real interest.
What not to ask or do
- Marital status, family plans, religion, caste, age, or health history.
- Pushing for current salary to cap the offer.
- Different questions for different candidates for the same role.
Tips
- Use a scorecard with the same criteria for every candidate.
- Take notes and score immediately after the interview.
- End by explaining the next steps and timeline.
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