The night before
Reread the advert and your CV, lay out your clothes and documents, confirm the time and place, and plan your travel with time to spare.
What to bring
Copies of your CV, certificates, ID, a notebook and pen, and the invitation message.
First impressions
Arrive early, greet everyone politely and switch off your phone. Keep eye contact and sit calmly.
Answering well
- Listen to the full question before answering.
- Give specific examples from real experience.
- Keep answers to about two minutes.
- Say honestly when you do not know, and explain how you would find out.
Questions to ask
Prepare two or three questions about the role, the team and what success looks like.
After the interview
Thank the panel, note what you were asked and follow up politely if you were given no timeline.