Unit 4: Job interviews

Question 1

hiring new staff

Answer 1

recruiting

• The company is recruiting new graduates for its trainee program.

Question 2

requirements for making decisions

Answer 2

criteria

• Candidates must meet all the criteria to be shortlisted.

Question 3

selected from a larger group

Answer 3

shortlisted

• She was shortlisted for the position after her application was reviewed.

Question 4

a practice session to prepare

Answer 4

trial run

• They did a trial run of the presentation before the meeting.

Question 5

to improve or increase

Answer 5

boost

• Doing mock interviews can boost your confidence.

Question 6

the person responsible for your work

Answer 6

line manager

• Your line manager will conduct your performance review.

Question 7

physical movements showing feelings

Answer 7

body language

• Positive body language can create a great first impression.

Question 8

to speak more loudly and clearly

Answer 8

speak up

• During the interview, don’t hesitate to speak up about your achievements.

Question 9

to explain in more detail

Answer 9

talk us through

• Can you talk us through the main points of your CV?

Question 10

someone learning a new job

Answer 10

trainee

• She started as a trainee and quickly became a team leader.

Question 11

training for improving skills and knowledge

Answer 11

professional development

• The company offers excellent opportunities for professional development.

Question 12

training within the company

Answer 12

in-house

• The in-house training program covers technical and soft skills.

Question 13

new employees

Answer 13

new recruits

• The company organizes orientation for new recruits every month.

Question 14

your boss or person who supervises your work

Answer 14

supervisor

• Her supervisor praised her for her hard work on the project.

Question 15

to start to have responsibility

Answer 15

take on

• He is keen to take on more responsibilities in his new role.

Question 16

to find someone to do a job

Answer 16

fill the post

• We’re looking to fill the post of Marketing Manager by next month.

Question 17

time required to leave a job after resignation

Answer 17

notice period

• My notice period is one month, so I could start in four weeks.

Question 18

a perfect match for something

Answer 18

ideal fit

• Your experience makes you an ideal fit for this role.

Question 19

giving an overview of

Answer 19

outlining

• The attached document outlining your salary details is included for review.

Question 20

paid time off for vacation or personal reasons

Answer 20

paid leave

• Employees are entitled to 20 days of paid leave annually.

Question 21

structure of a company and who you report to

Answer 21

reporting structure

• The reporting structure will be explained during your orientation.