Interview coming up; answering those silly questions?

Sporky McGuffin · 15-01-2007, 21:59

I have an interview on Wednesday for a job that sounds really rather interesting. It's an AV consultant position for a very, very major construction/engineering/consultancy company. However, the recruiter says they're pretty much guaranteed to ask me "Why do you want to be an AV consultant?"

I have no idea how to answer this question. Essentially it's the same job I do now, only with a poncier job title and better prospects. And at (I am pretty certain) a more professional company.

Am I likely to get in trouble for saying "I'm already an AV consultant, you enormous klutz"?

Dr Zoidberg · 15-01-2007, 22:20

Don't mention the sporks!

Seriously though , nothing wrong with saying that your current job is along similar lines but you think that the job you are applying for will give you more responsibilty/challenges/money , etc

Sporky McGuffin · 15-01-2007, 22:24

Good point on the sporks - I usually manage a fair bit of restraint in interviews so that should be ok. I just hope my nose flashing doesn't put them off too much.

I suppose, actually, that that would be quite a good response. When the recruiter sent the person spec and job description through it was almost as if I'd written it myself, so hopefully I have a decent chance.

cheapskate2003 · 16-01-2007, 09:31

I recruited for a number of major engineering consultancies so if you want to PM me who it is I may be able to assist....

Sporky McGuffin · 16-01-2007, 11:20

Thanks mister - PM sent.

KenONeill · 16-01-2007, 14:10

As Dr Z says, say you already work in this field, but are looking for new challenges.

Goochie · 16-01-2007, 14:12

Yep, you've outgrown your current position.

Sporky McGuffin · 16-01-2007, 14:52

So my first idea (minus the "klutz" bit) wasn't a dreadful answer? Phew.

I am now well into pre-interview stress.

heresmo · 16-01-2007, 14:52

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sporky McGuffin

..When the recruiter sent the person spec and job description through it was almost as if I'd written it myself, so hopefully I have a decent chance.

I was once in the embarrassing situation of asking what exactly it was that the recruitment CV said (the interviewer's question making no sense). I learned subsequently to ensure that I had a copy, or even insisted on any edits, before I found myself sitting in the hot seat having to answer questions about it.

Best
Mo

spevie · 17-01-2007, 13:27

Anti Virus consultant, mmmm nice job....

spevie

Sporky McGuffin · 17-01-2007, 20:17

Nah - Audio Visual.

It went jolly well - seemed like nice people and the general company "culture" and package are fantastic.

I got a call from the recruiter about 20 minutes after I left saying they wanted me back for a second interview, so I think I must have made a decent impression! Ta to everyone for the advice.

15-01-2007, 21:59	#1
Sporky McGuffin Briskodian Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Surrey Posts: 1,034 Members Car: 1993 Zeppelin R200 Thanks: 4 Thanked 9 Times in 9 Posts	Interview coming up; answering those silly questions? I have an interview on Wednesday for a job that sounds really rather interesting. It's an AV consultant position for a very, very major construction/engineering/consultancy company. However, the recruiter says they're pretty much guaranteed to ask me "Why do you want to be an AV consultant?" I have no idea how to answer this question. Essentially it's the same job I do now, only with a poncier job title and better prospects. And at (I am pretty certain) a more professional company. Am I likely to get in trouble for saying "I'm already an AV consultant, you enormous klutz"?

15-01-2007, 22:20	#2
Dr Zoidberg Briskodian Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: On the back of an AA truck with a failed turbo Posts: 10,745 Members Car: Octavia II 2.0 TDi Elegance Thanks: 30 Thanked 194 Times in 145 Posts	Re: Interview coming up; answering those silly questions? Don't mention the sporks! Seriously though , nothing wrong with saying that your current job is along similar lines but you think that the job you are applying for will give you more responsibilty/challenges/money , etc __________________ Alex "I laugh in the face of danger, then I hide until it goes away" www.drzoidberg.co.uk

15-01-2007, 22:24	#3
Sporky McGuffin Briskodian Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Surrey Posts: 1,034 Members Car: 1993 Zeppelin R200 Thanks: 4 Thanked 9 Times in 9 Posts	Re: Interview coming up; answering those silly questions? Good point on the sporks - I usually manage a fair bit of restraint in interviews so that should be ok. I just hope my nose flashing doesn't put them off too much. I suppose, actually, that that would be quite a good response. When the recruiter sent the person spec and job description through it was almost as if I'd written it myself, so hopefully I have a decent chance.

16-01-2007, 09:31	#4
cheapskate2003 Briskodian Join Date: May 2006 Posts: 92 Members Car: Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Interview coming up; answering those silly questions? I recruited for a number of major engineering consultancies so if you want to PM me who it is I may be able to assist.... __________________

16-01-2007, 11:20	#5
Sporky McGuffin Briskodian Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Surrey Posts: 1,034 Members Car: 1993 Zeppelin R200 Thanks: 4 Thanked 9 Times in 9 Posts	Re: Interview coming up; answering those silly questions? Thanks mister - PM sent.

16-01-2007, 14:10	#6
KenONeill Briskodian Join Date: May 2006 Location: Normally in Scotland! Posts: 11,165 Members Car: Octavia TDi110 Thanks: 63 Thanked 557 Times in 545 Posts	Re: Interview coming up; answering those silly questions? As Dr Z says, say you already work in this field, but are looking for new challenges.

16-01-2007, 14:12	#7
Goochie Briskodian Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Up a tree. Posts: 12,363 Members Car: Thanks: 7 Thanked 27 Times in 25 Posts	Re: Interview coming up; answering those silly questions? Yep, you've outgrown your current position.

16-01-2007, 14:52	#8
Sporky McGuffin Briskodian Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Surrey Posts: 1,034 Members Car: 1993 Zeppelin R200 Thanks: 4 Thanked 9 Times in 9 Posts	Re: Interview coming up; answering those silly questions? So my first idea (minus the "klutz" bit) wasn't a dreadful answer? Phew. I am now well into pre-interview stress.

17-01-2007, 13:27	#10
spevie Briskodian Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: West Yorkshire Posts: 318 Members Car: Fabia 1.9Sdi Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	Re: Interview coming up; answering those silly questions? Anti Virus consultant, mmmm nice job.... spevie

17-01-2007, 20:17	#11
Sporky McGuffin Briskodian Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Surrey Posts: 1,034 Members Car: 1993 Zeppelin R200 Thanks: 4 Thanked 9 Times in 9 Posts	Re: Interview coming up; answering those silly questions? Nah - Audio Visual. It went jolly well - seemed like nice people and the general company "culture" and package are fantastic. I got a call from the recruiter about 20 minutes after I left saying they wanted me back for a second interview, so I think I must have made a decent impression! Ta to everyone for the advice.

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