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Ask what are the expectation of this role? Will you be expected to answer routine emails out of pocket? Out of pocket with discretion? Will PTO days or vacations be entirely yours or are there aspects of the role that require 24/7 support?
I would ask, what is day to day like?
What would you say are the busiest times ?
What is the culture like at the firm level and at the team level?
If the interviewee worked at other firms, you can ask what attracts you about this current job, compared to others.
I would save those types questions for after the 1st rd, as initially you want to show how interested you are in the job and helping the firm. If you get to go onsite for an interview that can help as well.
The answers given above are pretty good but I an guarantee you that a good manager eg the toxic one I have, would point blank lie to you. Are there expectations to be on 24/7? He would say “Our work is driven by clients and the markets. We definitely don’t expect you to be plugged in 24/7 but sometimes you may have something due tomorrow that makes you stay until 6 or 7pm but that’s really your call.” Buddy, you’ll be staying till 8pm most days!!! Ask an ex GS employee, not the manager.