Why are you leaving your current job?

This question can be hard to answer, especially if the reasons for your leaving aren’t great.

You should never, under any circumstances, insult or be negative about your prior workplace, boss, or colleagues, but if these things are the reason why you’re leaving – which are legitimate reasons – you need to put a positive spin on it.

You want to:

• Keep it succinct
• Have a positive spin
• Be clear and honest about your reasoning, but not too detailed

For example, “Within my current role, I’ve been able to develop my skillsets in risk identification and programming. It’s recently become clear that these are my passions, and unfortunately, the opportunities for growth in these capacities are limited. That’s why I was so excited to learn about this opportunity. You’re a world leader in cybersecurity, and I would be keen to contribute in a role where these are key skills.”