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Question 10 of 40 for our Pharmaceutical Sales Mock Interview

Pharmaceutical Sales was updated by on November 28th, 2023. Learn more here.

Question 10 of 40

Why are you looking to leave your current job?

"Over the last few years, I've put a lot of thought into the future of my career using the skills I've developed over the course of my career. While I love my current job and the company I work for, I desire growth. Representing your organization as a pharmaceutical rep will put me in an environment of working with innovative and life-changing medications for people that need them the most and I look forward to making a difference in the lives of so many people. The sales skills I've crafted over the last six years will allow me to be up and running quickly and confidently working with the highest profile physicians in this territory."

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How to Answer: Why are you looking to leave your current job?

Advice and answer examples written specifically for a Pharmaceutical Sales job interview.

  • 10. Why are you looking to leave your current job?

      Why the Interviewer Asks This Question

      As your interviewer will likely consider a strong pool of candidates, ensuring that their top candidate is motivated and committed to success will be vital. As they ask why you're looking to leave your current job, what they're hoping to hear is that you are solely motivated by the opportunity in front of you as their next pharmaceutical sales representative.

      Written by Samantha Brown on November 28th, 2023

      How to Answer

      Remember that the focus of your answer should be on why you want to become the next pharmaceutical sales rep at the company you are interviewing for. As you answer, show excitement for the product line you will be representing and the patients that will be positively impacted by them. Additionally, discussing the core values and mission of the organization will score points with your interviewer. Speak positively of your current employer while highlighting that a change to this role is your ultimate dream.

      Written by Samantha Brown on November 28th, 2023

      Answer Example

      "Over the last few years, I've put a lot of thought into the future of my career using the skills I've developed over the course of my career. While I love my current job and the company I work for, I desire growth. Representing your organization as a pharmaceutical rep will put me in an environment of working with innovative and life-changing medications for people that need them the most and I look forward to making a difference in the lives of so many people. The sales skills I've crafted over the last six years will allow me to be up and running quickly and confidently working with the highest profile physicians in this territory."

      Written by Samantha Brown on November 28th, 2023

      Anonymous Interview Answers with Professional Feedback

      Anonymous Answer

      "I am currently employed, but there's not a lot of stability. There have been many layoffs and furloughs and I'm looking for more stability that I have found in your company."

      Stephanie's Feedback

      Good response; I have suggested a way to slightly restate this, in order to improve detail and clarity. (See the "Revised Answer" section.)
      "While I am currently employed and enjoy my current role, there is not a lot of stability at my company, as there have been many layoffs and furloughs this year. I am a loyal, hardworking employee, and I am seeking a work environment that can provide more stability than I currently have, which has led me to ________company."
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