Investment 2020 Apprentice Review

by abrdn

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

8.1/10

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

I am involved in the Data Analytics Team. My day-to-day role involves supporting projects within different scopes and areas of focus. Some of these includes data visualization projects, Innovation projects or core data mapping projects. During the day I can also be involved in project meeting or doing online training courses.

8/10

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

Yes, so far I have developed many new skills and I have also improved on my existing skills. In terms of Project management, I have been able to develop skills and qualities such as being more agile and also more responsive to change. I have focused on improving my communication skills, such as delivering a presentation. I have seen some improvement in this particular focus area.

8/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I have enjoyed many aspects including the learning and development aspects of my programme. Networking events has also provided me with the opportunity to meet new people from different parts of the business and collaborate with them, therefore this aspect of the programme has been very vital to my development.

9/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

Programme has a good structure. I know what to expect in the coming months and I usually have 1 to 1 meetings with my line manager and coach to plan for further activities.

6/10

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

I have received a huge amount of support from different individuals from my organisation. This supports ranges from personal development support to on- the job training support.

10/10

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

My training provider provides me with a very detailed and valuable amount of support which enables me to be able to work towards delivering my qualification units.

9/10

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

My qualifications units has been enhanced to match my role involvements therefore since taking part in this qualification, I have been able to improve my role performance and be more adaptive to my role.

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.)

Networking events are usually held and gives us the opportunity to me collaborative and meet new individuals.

7/10

9a. Would you recommend abrdn to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

Based on my experience, I have received a very positive and valuable experience in this company. I have been welcomed with open doors and also been provided with an exceptional platform to chase growth with no limits.

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

Be open Minded