GlaxoSmithKline HireVue Mock Interview

Master 30 GlaxoSmithKline HireVue questions covering video responses, pharmaceutical scenarios, and competency assessments.

WRITTEN BY KEVIN DOWNEY
QUESTION 3 OF 30

Why GSK?

Kevin Downey
Kevin Downey has an extensive background in business management, recruiting, branding and marketing. He's volunteered his career coaching services at job fairs, lecturing on interview techniques and crafting winning resumes and cover letters.
Why the Interviewer Asks This Question

GSK is interested in learning your true motive for applying for this position with their company. Their goal is to enhance the functionality of their teams and their productivity; they are only interested in hiring someone who appreciates what they have to offer. They are proud of what they have built and what they are doing and are interested in hiring only those who share their enthusiasm or seem like a complementary fit for their teams and their culture. "Above all, we create a place where people can grow, be their best, be safe, and feel welcome, valued, and included."

Kevin Downey
Kevin Downey has an extensive background in business management, recruiting, branding and marketing. He's volunteered his career coaching services at job fairs, lecturing on interview techniques and crafting winning resumes and cover letters.
What You Need to Know

When you answer this question, you'll want to determine how your goals align with theirs. Consider whether GlaxoSmithKline's environment, ideals, and professional purpose align with yours. However, if you're just trying to land a job anywhere because you need work, don't assume they are looking for anyone qualified to do the job. They take pride in what they've built and want to know if you take pride in what you do.

Kevin Downey
Kevin Downey has an extensive background in business management, recruiting, branding and marketing. He's volunteered his career coaching services at job fairs, lecturing on interview techniques and crafting winning resumes and cover letters.
Tips

An in-person interview is typically held in a controlled environment. Yet, when you conduct a video interview, it is up to you to find a controlled environment that is exemplary of your professionalism. GSK suggests that "if you have family members or pets at home, let the interviewer know there might be some background noise. Use headphones to make the call if possible. Use a stand or books to prop your laptop on so it's at the right level for video calls. Minimize background noise by closing all windows and doors."

Similarly, HireVue offers on their website: "Just relax. If your dog barks or your kid runs across the screen-relax. It's okay. Your employer will understand, and if they don't, perhaps it's not the right culture fit for you. And that's okay. This is your time to showcase who you are and what you can add to an organization. Prepare, take a deep breath, and be yourself."

This is good advice. You'll want to be in a relatively quiet place with as little background noise as possible. The reason you want your camera angle to be at eye level is when it is positioned too low, it may make you seem domineering. Positioned too high, and it will make it seem as if they are looking down at you, making you seem weak or small. So center it, and make sure your lighting is equally balanced as well. Maintain eye contact in front of the camera as if you're speaking face-to-face with a person. Be mindful of your facial expressions. Furrowing your brow while concentrating on how to answer a question can easily be misinterpreted as exhibiting anger, which would raise a red flag.

Kevin Downey
Kevin Downey has an extensive background in business management, recruiting, branding and marketing. He's volunteered his career coaching services at job fairs, lecturing on interview techniques and crafting winning resumes and cover letters.
General

"I've gotten to a point with my company where I feel my career isn't moving forward, and I don't have the growth and learning opportunities I crave. I've done my share of mentoring newer additions to my teams, but I don't truly feel challenged. So, I decided to start exploring my options. I have always admired GSK, so I started my search here. I immediately noticed how your career site advertises that this is a place where people can grow, be their best, be safe, and feel welcome, valued, and included. That is what I am looking for, and so here I am."

30 GlaxoSmithKline Interview Questions & Answers

Jump to any question in the set.

01 What makes you a good fit for GSK? COMPATIBILITY 02 How would you describe your leadership style? LEADERSHIP 03 Why GSK? CAREER GOALS 04 What does commitment mean to you? COMPATIBILITY 05 How do you approach taking risks? EXPERIENCE 06 Where do you see yourself in five years? CAREER GOALS 07 What does integrity mean to you? EQ 08 Where would you like to take your career next? CAREER GOALS 09 How important is it for a company to promote a diverse and inclusive environment? DIVERSITY 10 How do you stay up to date in your field? DILIGENCE 11 What motivates you? CAREER GOALS 12 Would you be willing to relocate or travel for work? ADAPTABILITY 13 Describe what it means to be a clear and effective communicator. COMMUNICATION 14 How do you stay focused in a high pressure situation? STRESS 15 What do you do if you don't have all the necessary information on hand to proceed? PROBLEM SOLVING 16 What kind of compensation are you looking for? SALARY 17 What are some of GSK's achievements? COMPETENCY 18 What would you do if you witnessed someone at work exhibiting inappropriate behavior? EQ 19 What inspires you to do your best work? DISCOVERY 20 Tell me about yourself. ACCOMPLISHMENT 21 Who is GSK's CEO? COMPETENCY 22 What do you know about our company? COMPETENCY 23 How strong are your written communication skills? COMMUNICATION 24 Tell me about the last time you set clear objectives for yourself and held yourself accountable for your results. EXPERIENCE 25 Tell me about the last time someone gave you unsolicited feedback. EQ 26 How do you deal with stress in both your professional and personal life? STRESS 27 How do you like to be rewarded for your accomplishments? DISCOVERY 28 Which do you feel is more important - high profits or accessible pricing for medication? COMPATIBILITY 29 Tell me about the last time you worked on a particularly challenging project. CAPABILITY 30 What does success look like to you? EXPERIENCE
RELATED SETS
Kevin Downey
30 QUESTIONS & ANSWERS · GLAXOSMITHKLINE
See membership