Questions to ask back | This Woman's Work

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By day Sarah is the People and Culture Director at Bauer Media Group, which means she lives and breathes people.

(By night, she's been collared by us, but shhhh, don't tell anyone!)

Below Sarah shares some great questions to ask back to recruiters, so that it's not just about you... They're being interviewed as well, you know!

Can you offer specific details about the position's day-to-day responsibilities?
What would my first week at work look like?
How does this position contribute to the organisation's success?
What do you hope I will accomplish in this position (in the first 3-months / year)?
What does success look like in this role?
How might the company culture affect/steer this role?

What characteristics does the company look for in employees?
What job shadowing opportunities are available for an applicant?
What mentoring opportunities are available for an applicant?
How do leaders encourage employees to ask questions?
... How do leaders then manage those question?
How do leaders set employees up for success?
How is employee feedback incorporated into both strategic and day-to-day operations?
How does management deliver negative feedback to employees?
What benefits and perks does the company offer?
What is the company's view on work-life balance?