Portfolio Analyst Review

by Barclays

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

7.5/10

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

I focus on mitigating/minimizing Execution Risk within Barclays by ensuring that Project Managers and people delivering change are doing so in a controlled manner, meeting the necessary standards of work

8/10

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

My confidence has grown significantly, I have become more comfortable with using computer technology, report writing, putting my views across to others and leading others

8/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I enjoy most aspects of my university programme, however sometimes it is difficult to apply the work to my actual job

6/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

Some of the courses/units are better structured than others

6/10

5. How much support do you receive from your employer?

My employer supports me where possible, ensuring I can provide work examples to my course

7/10

6. How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?

Very supportive

8/10

7. How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?

Although not all topics learnt on my course are applicable to my job role, I have learnt new skills and developed as an individual to help me develop in my career

8/10

8. Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)

Yes, there are lots of social groups including sports groups, networking, public speaking etc.

9/10

9a. Would you recommend Barclays to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

There are lots of opportunities to progress and you will be supported

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

Ask questions if you are unsure of a role, don't let it put you off as you may learn to really enjoy it. At the same time, if you are not enjoying your role then speak to somebody as there are plenty of others to choose from