How to Answer: Would you be interested in traveling or transferring to another location?
Advice and answer examples written specifically for an EY job interview.
4. Would you be interested in traveling or transferring to another location?
Why the Interviewer Asks This Question
In certain roles with EY, they may ask you to travel for work. Or an ideal opportunity within the company might open up, which they may view as a great fit for you. There is also the possibility of your recruiter being aware of another position in the company that they may consider you a good fit for. How you answer this question will offer insights into your flexibility and determination to do whatever it takes to further your career, while equally prioritizing the needs and welfare of the company.
So take time to consider whether such an opportunity is in line with your goals. If you are not sure, then say so, and that you would certainly be open to exploring the right opportunity in the future should it present itself. If it is not in line with your goals, it's better to let them know now. It is better to be honest upfront than regret taking the job later.
Written by Samantha Brown on November 28th, 2023
What You Need to Know
Here are some value propositions EY advertises on the careers site in their recruiting efforts. "Being part of a global organization offers many opportunities for cross-border experiences. One example is traveling for business internationally, from a single trip, from international relocations to programs that support cross-border experiences, to regular travel on a long-term engagement. Whether for a few days, weeks or more, working across borders provides you with valuable professional development and collaborative opportunities. Your global mindset can take you anywhere. Mobility challenges the way you experience the world. It unites, it opens your eyes, it builds understanding. It amplifies your unique perspective on our global stage. Multicultural thinking, teaming and working are at the heart of our shared success. Every cross-border and cross-service line experience we offer is an opportunity for you to learn, to lead, to innovate, to grow."
Written by Kevin Downey on October 8th, 2023
Answer Example
"If hired for this role, I would definitely be open to working in various locations. Projecting toward the future, it's difficult to gauge how my priorities might change, but I am determined to grow within the company, and would be grateful for any opportunity presented to me, and would take every opportunity into serious consideration."
Written by Samantha Brown on November 28th, 2023