If you are preparing for a job interview for an internal audit job there are some easy things to think about that will help you impress your interviewers. They might take some time or a little extra focus but the effort will pay off if you find that perfect job you are looking for.
Whichever type of company you might be applying to work for as an internal auditor it's worth doing your research on that business. The better you understand what the company does and how they operate the more professional you will seem in your interview. It shows a can-do attitude and a level of determination that will make you stand out over other candidates. As much of the role of an internal auditor relies on knowledge of the market it's also worth brushing up a little on their competitors, a quick search on google news or a browse of the FT will give you the edge of less well prepared interviewees.
It's also useful to try and second guess some of the questions which you expect to be asked during the interview, that way you will be better able to answer them. The easiest way to envisage what topics they may approach during the interview is to print out the job description and draw up a list of the various skills and experience they are looking for. Jot down some points you'd like to cover if they ask the question. You don't have to memorise your answers but by spending a little time on this beforehand you will have some great answers fresh in your mind.
Have a positive attitude, if you don't think you'll get the job the chances are you won't. Nobody likes arrogance but put yourself in the interviewer's head - you would go for the confident auditor who is able to positively deal with the various departments of the business rather than the shy retiring candidate even if they are well qualified.
It's inevitable during the interview that you are going to be asked some tough questions. Often it's how you react to these more probing questions that will affect the outcome of the interview. Most strong candidates should be able to answer the easy questions without too much trouble; if you are able to answer the more difficult questions you will make a much better impression. Often it's easier to respond to these difficult questions by asking a follow up question. It gives you more time to answer and it shows you a keen-ness to answer as best you can.
It's also important to make a good first impression during your interview, so dress in clothes you feel comfortable in. It's important to be smart but if you look uncomfortable your whole body language will change. It's better to look smart but comfortable and answer questions confidently as opposed to wearing a brand new suit and spending the whole interview fidgeting because you aren't used to the outfit.
Whichever type of company you might be applying to work for as an internal auditor it's worth doing your research on that business. The better you understand what the company does and how they operate the more professional you will seem in your interview. It shows a can-do attitude and a level of determination that will make you stand out over other candidates. As much of the role of an internal auditor relies on knowledge of the market it's also worth brushing up a little on their competitors, a quick search on google news or a browse of the FT will give you the edge of less well prepared interviewees.
It's also useful to try and second guess some of the questions which you expect to be asked during the interview, that way you will be better able to answer them. The easiest way to envisage what topics they may approach during the interview is to print out the job description and draw up a list of the various skills and experience they are looking for. Jot down some points you'd like to cover if they ask the question. You don't have to memorise your answers but by spending a little time on this beforehand you will have some great answers fresh in your mind.
Have a positive attitude, if you don't think you'll get the job the chances are you won't. Nobody likes arrogance but put yourself in the interviewer's head - you would go for the confident auditor who is able to positively deal with the various departments of the business rather than the shy retiring candidate even if they are well qualified.
It's inevitable during the interview that you are going to be asked some tough questions. Often it's how you react to these more probing questions that will affect the outcome of the interview. Most strong candidates should be able to answer the easy questions without too much trouble; if you are able to answer the more difficult questions you will make a much better impression. Often it's easier to respond to these difficult questions by asking a follow up question. It gives you more time to answer and it shows you a keen-ness to answer as best you can.
It's also important to make a good first impression during your interview, so dress in clothes you feel comfortable in. It's important to be smart but if you look uncomfortable your whole body language will change. It's better to look smart but comfortable and answer questions confidently as opposed to wearing a brand new suit and spending the whole interview fidgeting because you aren't used to the outfit.
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