This is your opportunity to probe the interviewers, says Weatherall. Ask all the people you meet why they chose to work for the company, for example. That isn't to say you should skip the traditional interview questions. Asking about terms and conditions, and the exact job description is common for a reason. Questions about the company's competition make you look as though you have an appreciation of the commercial aspects of the business, and the answer can give a sense of the culture.
Strategic questions can reveal whether the company has a culture of open communication and honesty.
Questions about business plans can reveal how well the organisation is able to communicate its plans to staff, and thus how high morale is. A company where people are nervous about speaking their mind makes for a poor culture. Career progression Of the stock questions, perhaps the most important is how your career will progress within the company. You need to ask questions that ensure that this opportunity will add skills to your tool bag to take to the next role, whether it is with that company or another. However, don't let your enthusiasm for future roles outweigh the position on offer.