100 Interview Questions and Answers ( Page 1)

Tread carefully with this question – you can really shoot yourself in the foot here if you answer wrong.
If you state a salary too low for the role applying for/experience/ qualifications – you can be seen as either selling yourself too short or not having the confidence in your own capabilities to the job. Worse yet – the employer may take advantage and start you on that particular wage.
If you sate a salary too high then you can be seen as overestimating your capabilities and self-importance and in most companies (maybe not in a sales environment) employers are looking for individuals that are not arrogant but capable.
First Answer
I would expect a salary, which reflects the experience and qualifications that I bring to the role. What range do you have in mind?

If the employer asks, what range is that? {Specific amount} The answer is: whatever the market rate is for somebody applying for this position.

Second Answer
I've got a strong background in this industry and my skills are a perfect match for this role. I would expect my compensation to be at the upper end of the position's salary band.
Can you tell me what that salary band is? (You your judgment when it comes to asking this question – as you should already have done your research.)

Third Answer
Based on the information I have about the position, a salary in the range £28,000-£32,000 would reflect the experience and expertise that I would bring to the role.

I feel that determination; a willingness to work hard and a desire to excel in everything you do are key attributes for a successful employee in a company like ________. A successful employee would also need to handle pressure well, be a great communicator and an excellent team member. These are attributes that have helped me succeed in my past positions and ones that I would like to apply in __________.

Points to cover (let’s call company Blue Star International);
Blue Star was established in……by………with the objective of……
You have offices in….. (Name/number of countries/cities).
Blue Star key achievements have included………. OR last year Blue Star won…./Blue Star achieved/Blue Star's annual turnover was…….
Blue Star believes in…..(ethnics/morals/objectives etc) - Highlight their positive features that shows that they care; environmentally minded, child care, benefits,
contributions to charities.
What the future holds Blue Star plans to…..open offices in….(city/country)…..achieve…(turnover/start up a new division etc)

Answer

Blue star was established in 2002 by Hannah Christian and Rama Ayappah with the objective to deliver quality bespoke training packages to corporate clients. You started out in an office in a back street off of Brick Lane and now you have offices in London, Tokyo, Melbourne, Lisbon, Hong Kong and Honolulu. Blue Star has just won ‘The 2010 Best upcoming International Organisation’ award. Also, you have just launched the sister company,
‘Estrella Azul’ that focuses on the consumer industry.

The interviewer wants to know that you have done your research – plus everyone loves being complimented on his or her successes.

Answer
The Media Marketing Co-ordinator reports to the Marketing Director. Her role is to co-ordinate all media advertising, particularly print, radio, and television. The Co-ordinator works with Media agencies to profile advertising opportunities, then, working within a strict budget, she organizes cross-media advertising campaigns. An important aspect of the role is to disseminate the customer response to the adverts in order to measure its success and thus improve future campaigns.

At my last job in Estrella Azul I worked closely with several different media agencies, including some that specialised in new media platforms such as the Internet. I also gained invaluable experience as a member of the team that established ______________ as a national brand by launching _______________ nationwide. I feel that I can bring this expertise to the Media Marketing Co-ordinator role and help _____________ achieve its goal of doubling it's customer base every year for the next three years.

Answer

The Translations Project Co-ordinator reports to the Head of Project Management.
Her role is to coordinate all stages of translation projects, monitoring workflow, ensuring the highest standards / level of performance / in terms of efficiency, quality and customer satisfaction.
An important aspect of the role is ensuring database entries on freelance translators are up-to-date / and accurate / and mark translator work...
The resourcing of freelance translators, selecting the most suitable translator for each project and negotiating the best rates.
I worked closely with several translation projects at Christian & Ayappah; I also gained (When answering this question make sure to include references to your skills and how they match the requirements of the job.)