The interview process began with brief introductions, followed by a 10-minute presentation on a pre-assigned topic, for which preparation time was provided approximately two weeks in advance. This was followed by a combination of structured and more open-ended questions relating to the presentation, allowing for both clarification and deeper discussion. This portion of the interview was conducted by a Senior Medical Writer and a Senior Analyst and lasted approximately 30 minutes in total. The second half of the interview focused on competency-based and fit-related questions, conducted by a Consultant and the APAC region head. This segment lasted around 45 minutes and provided an opportunity to discuss my background, motivations, and suitability for the role in greater depth.

After CV and cover letter review, there was an invitation to an initial assessment of proofreading work on medical papers that needs to be done within a timeline and sent back