Rating

7.5/10
  • 1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
  • Reconciling various bank statements to line of business systems operated within the business. Ensuring quality bank reconciliations are produced and queries are assigned to the relevant resolver teams to ensure prompt resolution.

    7/10

  • 2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
  • I have developed existing skills such as communication where I have challenged myself to test myself and speaking in front of more people than I would usually be comfortable with. I have learnt new technical skills such as analytical, problem solving, teamwork and handling financial information.

    8/10

  • 3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
  • Although challenging at times, i find the programme rewarding and beneficial. I try to ensure I maintain the correct balance between my work and my studying but also find that they both compliment each other at times. I enjoy the challenge and enjoy developing new skills in which i have learnt through my work and studies.

    8/10

  • 4. How well organised/structured is your programme?
  • Overall, it is organised well however occasionally there has not been enough clarity around additional modules and tasks that need to be completed as I work towards the end of my apprenticeship. regular catch up calls with a talent coach do help me keep on top of the course.

    8/10

  • 5. How much support do you receive from your employer?
  • Financial support towards my exams / tuition and study days both help me work towards my goal

    8/10

  • 6. How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
  • revision days, question based days, exam tips and past paper questions in the lead up to sitting an exam all help towards my qualification

    7/10

  • 7. How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
  • The skills i have learnt through my qualification help me to perform better within the workplace as there are a lot of transferable skills which i can then apply to my role. Particularly analystical, professional scepticism and business acumen

    7/10

  • 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.)
  • Prior to covid, there were professional networking opportunities and sports events which helped integrate people within the business

    7/10

  • 9a. Would you recommend RSA Insurance Ltd to a friend?
  • Yes


  • 9b. Why?
  • It is a positive place to work, with lots of friendly people who are happy to help and support you. It also offers lots of opportunities to progress and develop


  • 10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to RSA Insurance Ltd?
  • Work hard and take advantage of opportunities to develop your skills and test yourself. Don't be scared to ask questions if you don't understand.


Details

Higher Level Apprenticeship

Finance

Liverpool

February 2021


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