No mate, I was called last night (Monday) after all the interviews were done, and no, I don't have a class 1 yet but i've just booked it. Also, I don't have a PPL or anything, only a grand total of around 15 hrs and some of that is ultralight. I do however have a 1st Class Masters in Aeronautical Engineering and I've spent long periods of time abroad. I've also got a bit of industrial (aero) experience.
Hope that helps.
Cam