This interview question assesses general management ability. It tells you whether your HR manager candidate can become an asset to your business or whether they are someone who just manages their daily tasks.

A candidate that has an appreciation and understanding of how HR can contribute to achieving business goals is one that can impact the business in a positive way.

You will want to find a candidate that knows the expectations of their role and who can establish their business priorities within that role. You will want them to be capable of making the business case for the people-related initiatives they want to pursue. And you will want them to know how their day-to-day work contributes to the overall goals of the business.