How to Beat AI Video Interviews: A Guide to Common UK Questions

The first-round interview is changing. Instead of a 15-minute chat with a recruiter, you're now often sent a link to a one-way video interview. You record your answers to a set of pre-recorded questions, and increasingly, an AI for interviews does the first-pass screening.

This guide will help you understand how to answer common job interview AI questions to succeed in the UK market.

1. "Tell me about yourself."

The Trap: Reciting your entire CV.

How to Answer: Use the "Present, Past, Future" model. Keep it concise, under 90 seconds.

2. "Why do you want to work here?"

The Trap: Generic praise.

How to Answer: Be specific. Show you've done your research on the company's recent projects or values. Mention 1-2 specific things that excite you.

3. "What are your biggest strengths?"

The Trap: Listing 10 generic skills.

How to Answer: Pick two relevant strengths and give a specific example for each. Use the STAR method.

4. "What is your biggest weakness?"

The Trap: The fake weakness ("I'm a perfectionist").

How to Answer: Be honest about a real, minor weakness and show how you are actively working to improve it.

5. "Describe a time you faced a difficult challenge."

The Trap: Blaming others.

How to Answer: Use the STAR method (Situation, Task, Action, Result) to structure your answer clearly.

How AI scores your answers

An AI will transcribe your words and analyse them for keywords related to the job description, clarity of your response, and confidence in your tone. It's crucial to be clear, concise, and directly address the question.