How does this position fit into your career goals?
Similar to other questions you will be asked, these questions will evaluate the consistency between your answers to similar questions. Keep the answers to your questions consistent in your narrative with your career projections, as well as your career plan. They want to know if this position is a good fit for you or the perfect fit. This will clarify whether you feel this is a step up in your career or - a stagnant move that you are just complacent with taking until something better comes along.
"My primary goal in my career as an HR professional is to work my way from an administrator level to HR Partner. I feel that what your organization offers is a strong path towards those goals and I am excited about what this position offers."
"My primary career goal is to find a position where I can stay long term. Because your company has such a strong reputation for workplace culture, it fits with my desires for a long-term fit."
Assure the interviewer that this position will be challenging for you. Offer that you feel it's a step up in responsibilities and that it fits with your overall career goals.
Avoid repeat answers. Even if the questions seem similar, your answers should vary as much as possible.
Community answers are written by other candidates practicing this set. Reading how others frame the same question is one of the fastest ways to sharpen your own.
Anonymous Answer
I am looking for a permanent and stable position in a company, where there will be a possibility to progress. In my opinion, companies like Pfizer are saving and improving many lives, and it will be very fulfilling for me to be part of it.
Rachelle's Feedback
This answer is a fair start, but I encourage you to be much more detailed. For instance, if you ask yourself, 'Can this response be applied to any company?' and if the answer is 'Yes, it can,' then it's time to dig into the Pfizer job description and uncover some critical details. Feel free to revisit this answer, and I can return with further feedback.
Anonymous Answer
My dream... and all I wanted is to work for a big or enormous multinational company!
Because there, I will have many opportunities to point out my talents and skills.
I will have the opportunity to grow, develop, challenge and improve myself.
I will have the opportunity to enjoy training from recognized people, socialize with skillful colanguages, and be assessed with meritocratic criteria.
Rachelle's Feedback
These are all excellent reasons to join a multinational company like Pfizer. I recommend adding specific details that are custom to Pfizer only. As it stands right now, this response could be recycled for any biotech/pharma company. The interviewer will want to see some. For instance, the details you provided in question #10 and #12 would be a great start :)
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