Wealth Management Apprentice Review

by UBS

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

8.4/10

1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

On a day to day basis we complete tasks such as address updates, helping CAs/CAAs and other admin roles.

8/10

2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

We are in the process of completing the IOC

8/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I enjoy the work lifestyle as well as the on the job learning we have by completing the IOC qualification.

10/10

4. How valued do you feel by UBS?

We have regular meetings with our manager to make sure we are getting on with everyone well and to make sure we aren't struggling with anything.

10/10

5. How well organised/structured is your programme?

The skills company and fitch structure our full programme with regular training sessions.

9/10

6a. How much support do you receive from your training provider?

We are regular phone calls with our point of contact at the Skills Company.

9/10

6b. How much support do you receive from your employer?

Lots, we have meetings to make sure we are coping with the work load regularly.

9/10

7. How well does your salary/package meet your costs?

As it is expensive to work in London as well as live the pay is good but obviously it could we better.

7/10

8. Are there many opportunities outside of work?

6/10

9. Would you recommend UBS to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

I would recommend it to a friend as I believe it was a better option than not going to uni because you are working but still also continuing to learn by doing the IOC.

10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to UBS?

I would recommend if you are doubting going to uni you shouldn't go and apply to an apprenticeship like the ones UBS offers as it is a much better option.