The interview process was professional and fairly structured. After submitting my application, I was invited to an interview within a reasonable time. The interview was conducted by a panel and focused on competency-based questions. They asked about my previous experience, how I handle challenging situations, and my understanding of the role and the work of the General Optical Council. There were also questions testing communication skills, teamwork, and ethical awareness. The atmosphere was formal but polite. The questions required specific examples using past experiences, and some required quick thinking. Overall, the interview felt average in difficulty, but strong preparation on competency examples and knowledge about the organisation would be very helpful.