Top 10
The Top Ten Interview Questions to Ask Agencies
01
How confidential is my resume/profile? Will the agency submit my resume/profile to potential employers
without consulting me first?
02
What tools does the agency use to assess the best “organizational fit” for candidates?
03
How does the organization determine the rate of pay for each specific role or assignment?
Does the agency take the necessary statutory deductions?
04
Does the agency specialize in any particular field? What is their area of expertise?
05
For contract roles, what commitment does the agency expect from its clients regarding contract length?
Specifically, what happens if the client wants to end the contract early? What’s the reason for the contract position?
06
As a candidate, do I know what the client is paying for my services? How does that compare to my rate of pay?
07
What can I (the candidate) do to help you (the agency or the specific recruiter) help me increase my
chances of finding a job? OR What can I do to increase my chances of being successful in finding a job?
08
What do I need to do to stay forefront in your mind, when there are thousands of candidates in your database?
09
What skills are most in demand right now? What skills will make me more marketable/make me
a “hot” candidate? Do I need more/better education? More experience in a certain area or level of position?
10
Is the recruiter the same person as the client representative? Do I work with one individual in a company or
many (candidate ownership)? Who is my point of contact? Can anyone place me or can only my main
contact/representative place me?
