How to Answer: In which HR software tools are you best versed?
Advice and answer examples written specifically for a HR Specialist job interview.
13. In which HR software tools are you best versed?
Why the Interviewer Asks This Question
The interviewer is looking to discover if you have experience with the HR systems and tools their company uses. While previous experience may not be required, it would translate to a faster and easier onboarding and training process.
Written by Tiffany McPherson on May 23rd, 2022
How to Answer
The job description should have mentioned the programs and systems you would utilize in the job. If you have experience in them, discuss how long you have used them and rank yourself as beginner, intermediate, or advanced. If you do not have experience, tell the interviewer how your knowledge of other systems could work in their favor and be positive about the opportunity to quickly learn their systems.
Written by Tiffany McPherson on May 23rd, 2022
Answer Example
"The job posting mentioned you are looking for someone with experience using ZohoRecruit and Sage HRMS. I spent a couple of years using Zoho CRM in a previous job and feel confident I can apply my experience with their CRM system to quickly get up to speed with other Zoho products. And while I do not have previous experience using Sage, I am an expert user of ADP Workforce and Core HR. I believe my time spent working in those systems would translate to easy training on Sage's interface. I enjoy learning new systems and would be excited to start online tutorials for Sage HRMS right off the bat."
Written by Tiffany McPherson on May 23rd, 2022