How to give a self introduction in an interview

Senior professional or manager

I am a [current designation] in [function], responsible for [scope of work] and [key responsibility]. My work focuses on [type of problem or customer need]. Before this, I worked in [earlier role or area], where I [achievement from your own record] and developed [relevant capability]. That experience helped me learn [lesson you now apply]. In my current role, I use that learning to [current responsibility]. I am interested in this opportunity because [specific responsibility in the job] connects closely with my experience, and I would like to contribute [relevant strength] to [priority discussed].

Director, vice president or head of function

I currently lead [function or business area], with responsibility for [team scope] and [outcome area]. My role involves working with [peer functions] to [shared responsibility]. Earlier, I held [previous role], where I [change or achievement from your own record] and learned [leadership lesson]. More recently, I have focused on [current priority], balancing [competing needs] and developing [team capability]. This opportunity interests me because [challenge named in the job] is closely related to that work. I would bring [relevant experience] while taking time to understand [important context for the new role].

Business head or executive

I am a [current designation], accountable for [business scope] and working closely with [leadership team or board] on [strategic priority]. My career has included [relevant earlier responsibility] and [another relevant responsibility], which shaped how I approach [leadership challenge]. In my present role, I have [change from your own record], with attention to [people, customers or operating considerations]. I am exploring this role because [specific business need] matches the experience I can bring. I would want to understand [key question] before agreeing priorities, and contribute [capability] toward [direction discussed in this conversation].