Going to an interview can be a nerve wracking experience, it may be a long time since your last interview. As long as you plan ahead you’ll be fine, you might even enjoy it! Follow our tips to make sure all goes well on the day.

Before The Interview
Make sure you know exactly where the meeting will take place, ensure you allow plenty of time and plan your journey. If your appointment is during rush hour it’s a good idea to do a dry run, lateness will give a bad impression and never assume there will be parking available.

Find out as much as you can about the company and the position. Do your research and visit their website, prepare a list of questions for the interview.

On The Day Of The Interview
Make sure you have everything you need. Nowadays employers want to see a driving licence and a copy or your passport / visa at the interview so take them with you just in case. If the role requires professional qualifications take copies of these with you too.

If you are a smoker, do not smoke before the interview as the smell will linger.

Dress in a manner relevant to the position. Make sure you’re clean and look your best and don’t overdo the jewellery or the toiletries.

Go to the reception desk first, smile and introduce yourself. Make sure your mobile phone is switched off.

At The Interview
Smile as you go in and use the interviewer’s name if possible, shake their hand and wait to be offered a seat.

Always be interested in what the interviewer is saying and maintain eye contact. Answer all questions in a fluent and confident manner, but be careful not to come across as over confident and don’t wander off track when answering questions.

Never interrupt or talk over the interviewer. Nod and smile when listening to them to show that you’re interested.

Never be over familiar with the interviewer.

Don’t complain about how you’ve been treated by your current employer or be disrespectful about them.

Don’t exaggerate the truth or make claims about your current position that you can’t back up.

If you’re nervous during the interview then tell the interviewer, they’ll probably understand.

Don’t ask questions relating to salary, perks and holidays during the first interview.

Tell the truth and just be yourself.

When given the opportunity, ask the questions you prepared in advance.

Thank the interviewer, smile and shake hands as you leave.

Typical Questions You May Be Asked

Questions To Ask The Interviewer