Compass · Professional
Interviews, references and fair fact finding
Prepare neutral questions and keep consequential employment judgments within qualified processes.
How can I prepare fair, evidence-led interview questions?
Start with the role requirements and decide what evidence each question should elicit. Use a consistent structure, relevant examples and a documented evaluation process agreed by your organisation. Compass can help draft practice questions or challenge vague criteria. Use fictional examples in Compass; evaluate actual candidates through your organisation’s agreed hiring process.
How can I structure a reference conversation responsibly?
Clarify the purpose, permission requirements and the role-related information you are entitled to ask for. Prepare neutral questions that distinguish direct observation from opinion. Compass can help you review the wording using an anonymised example. Keep the questions relevant to the role and the agreed reference process.
How can I prepare questions for a workplace complaint or fact-finding meeting?
First confirm your role and the applicable process with the designated HR or investigation lead. Prepare neutral questions that distinguish what was directly observed, when it occurred and what records may exist. Compass can help review anonymised wording. Leave findings and any sanctions to the authorised investigation process, and preserve the original evidence.