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The Interview

For many candidates, the initial or only interview will be by 'phone. Ask yourself this question. 'Would I employ someone from the other side of the world whom I had not had the opportunity to meet 'face to face'?' Probably not. Yet this is what employers are often asked to do. Listed below are some 'do's' and 'don'ts' when talking to potential employers on the telephone.

Stress your eligibility for a work or residence visa by making the employer aware you have been assessed by a professional immigration adviser. Stress your flexibility in terms of your availability to start work. Clearly your availability is conditional on having your visa approved. For example, an employer does not want to hear that you cannot start work 'until you have sold your house'.

Call (or be ready to receive the call) at the correct time arranged, not 20 minutes before or after. If a receptionist answers, say that you're calling from England and that Mr or Mrs Xxxxx is expecting your call. This should ensure you are put through promptly.

Prepare, prepare, prepare! Read your CV twice before calling so it is fresh in your mind and have it in front of you during your conversation.

Begin by asking the employer about the position available. Remember it is difficult to show enthusiasm unless the position appeals. If this is the case, make sure the employer knows that you are very interested.

Your commitment to remain with the employer as long as your work is satisfactory will go a long way to ensuring you get the job. It's up to you to convince the employer that you really want the job.

Be positive and cheerful. Smile when speaking. The difference in your voice will be noticed!

Be prepared to answer questions such as:

1. why are you emigrating to New Zealand/Australia?
2. have you lived overseas before?
3. have you been to New Zealand/Australia before?
4. what job/career aspirations do you have in New Zealand/Australia?
5. have you employed the services of a Visa specialist/ resettlement organisation to prepare your Visa application?

(Questions like these are often asked because the employer seeks reassurance that your Visa will be properly prepared and you will be able to start work promptly and settle happily in New Zealand/Australia. An unhappy resident is an unhappy and unproductive worker!)

Any Questions?

You should always have a couple of intelligent questions to ask in an interview, such as:

• What are the most enjoyable and the least enjoyable aspects of the job?
• What training opportunities are offered?
• How would you describe the work culture within the company?
• In what way would my performance be measured and reviewed?
• What are the most important issues that you think your company will face in the next year or two?