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“Recruitment Consultant based Frequently Asked Questions in various Recruitment Consultant job interviews by interviewer. These professional questions are here to ensures that you offer a perfect answers posed to you. So get preparation for your new job hunting”



122 Recruitment Consultant Questions And Answers

22⟩ Tell us what is it like on the other side of the table? What’s the difference between being a recruiter and being a candidate?

The interviewer wants to know if you can transfer the things you’ve learned from being a recruiter to your position as a candidate. What recruiter competencies make you shine as a candidate? Conversely, what’s completely different about being a candidate instead of a recruiter? Any answer that illustrates a realistic understanding of the recruitment and hiring process should be fine. This question is just another way of making sure you know what you’re doing.

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24⟩ Tell us why should I hire you as Recruitment Consultant?

This may seem like a trick question to many job candidates, but it really tells the potential employer what sets this person apart from the rest. This question may be difficult to practise ahead of time, as often the response is best phrased based on the flow of the interview itself. Listen and learn throughout, then use that information to ask the interviewing manager what they are looking for and play to that response in a relevant and honest way.

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26⟩ Explain me what Do Day Types Mean?

Day types used to determine the particular day is payment relevant or not.

☛ 0 - Work/Paid,

☛ 1 - Time Off/Paid,

☛ 2 - Time Off/Unpaid,

☛ 3 - Time Off/Special.

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27⟩ Tell us how would you handle a situation where an employer that relies on psychometric testing wants to hire a candidate you believe would be a poor fit?

This question is designed to draw out your understanding of the different factors that contribute to success. Your answer should demonstrate your ability to explain why it’s a bad idea to hire based on just one dimension…as well as your ability to do so diplomatically.

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29⟩ What are your career goals as Recruitment Consultant?

Recruitment is a challenging career and one which ambitious people will do well. The interviewer wants to know that you take your carer seriously and have thought about where you want to go. They want to know that you are ambitious and ready to put in the hard work to take your career forward. They are likely looking for someone to come in and be in it for the long haul.

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30⟩ Tell me does the cost change if an employee leaves?

Because pricing is often based on whether or not a particular candidate gets hired, many clients will want to know if a new employee leaves the company shortly after they are brought on board. It is very important for a recruiter to have this policy laid out as clearly as possible upfront so that there is no question later on. Most recruiting agencies offer rebates for such situations, based on a sliding scale, depending on the length of employment.

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31⟩ Top Recruitment Consultant Job Interview Questions

☛ Why do you want this position?

☛ Why should you get this job?

☛ What can you contribute to this company?

☛ What are your greatest strengths and weaknesses?

☛ Who else have you applied to/got interviews with?

☛ Have you got any questions?

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32⟩ Fresh Recruitment Consultant Job Interview Questions

☛ Recall a time you had difficulties filling a position. How did you manage?

☛ Describe the most effective recruiter you’ve known

☛ Tell me about a time you failed to provide excellent customer service. What should you have done differently?

☛ Give me an example of a time you disagreed with a client. How did you resolve it?

☛ Recall a time you had to face a stressful situation. How did you manage?

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33⟩ What is your greatest weakness as Recruitment Consultant?

Most interviewees actually dread this question, and rightly so. Potential employers are well aware of the fact that job candidates are people; so knowing their faults allows them to get a bigger picture of that person. When answering this question, it is easy to draw a lot of negative attention to oneself. Avoid that by providing a positive but honest answer.

Think carefully about this question. Everyone has a weakness, whether it is focusing too much on the details or always saying yes or prioritising smaller work projects. The best response should include a small, work-related flaw that won’t mean that the interviewer's interest is terminated there and then. Be sure to include the efforts made to manage this 'fault' and turn it into something positive.

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34⟩ Tell us how would you handle a candidate who was clearly unqualified?

Your interviewer is trying to find out whether you can focus on the needs of the employer without humiliating the candidate. You don’t want to send the employer candidates who are clearly unsuitable, but you want to try to preserve the applicant’s confidence, too. One way to answer the question is something like this: “I know the company quite well, and I just don’t think you’d be a good fit for each other. I’ll look through all of our other open positions and see if there’s a better match. In the meantime, you may want to consider doing X (something that provides either further credentials or additional experience)."

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35⟩ Tell us what has been you biggest challenge or setback to date?

These questions can be tough, but it is important that you can give examples of times you have faced adversity. Recruitment is a tough job and there will be set backs, the interviewer wants to know how you handle challenges. While the question is asking for an example of a setback, your answer should centre on how you did or would overcome a setback. Use this as an opportunity to show that you are not fazed by challenges and able to tackle tough situations.

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36⟩ Tell us how does the CV review process work?

The main reason businesses use recruitment consultants is to save time and money on selecting job candidates. Busy managers don’t want to be inundated with resumes and applications, but they still want to know how the whole process will work. Clients will not only want to know how a recruiter will handle the selection process, but they will also want to know how many CVs to expect, what sort of information they will receive, and what sort of timeframe in which this will occur.

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37⟩ Explain me what qualities do you have that make you right for this job?

There are a number of core skills that are needed to succeed in recruitment. Organisation, communication, problem solving and negotiation among them. Give examples or scenarios of where you have had to rely on these traits as a part of your answer. You can read more about the most important skills needed to be a recruitment consultant here.

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38⟩ Explain me what does this type of service cost?

How much a recruiter or recruitment firm charges will always be on the short list of things clients will want to know. After all, businesses must keep an eye on their budget and watch their bottom line! There are two typical ways that recruitment agencies charge for their services – a retainer or a percentage fee.

The latter is based on starting salary of the candidate and is payable once the candidate is recruited while a retainer is more like a flat fee for their services up front with a remaining balance paid at a later date. Successful recruiters always provide clear pricing schemes to their clients.

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