Professional Development Manager Review

by Direct Line

Rating

7.1/10

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

Identifying training needs, arranging training as well as creating and delivering training. Advising colleagues and managers on professional development. Assisting with change management projects.

9/10

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

Models of learning and development, the role of HR, data and organisational structure as well as presentation skills.

8/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I enjoy the work, the reading and the tasks. Contact with other learners on the forum helps but there could be more trainer support.

7/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

The structure for me has been adversely affected by 2 of my trainers leaving the course provider. This has disrupted my learning on what could have otherwise been a well structured course. There is a lot of self-learning. More guidance and direction would be good.

5/10

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

Time away from work to attend sessions, meetings and complete tasks if needed. Learning also discussed in 1 to 1's. As this is a new role, I do not have a mentor but support is available if I seek it out.

7/10

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

The change in trainers has affected the level of support I have received. Differing advice has not helped. More support at the start to understand the platforms and how to best use them would help.

5/10

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

The course is very relevant to my role and I feel has helped me gain knowledge, learn skills and out these to use. My learning is helping me improve in my role.

9/10

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.)

A lot of extra-curricular activities are on hold due to COVID but we have weekly Team check ins where the team talk (not about work). We also have group challenges - walking 50 miles in Feb and covering the distance to South Africa in April.

7/10

9a. Would you recommend Direct Line to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

It is a great place to work. DLG is forward thinking, values it's people, the company role models it's values of community, inclusion, environment and others. We have adapted to home working brilliantly and customer service is at the heart of our business.

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

Read up on the company and it's ethos as well as the area you are applying to. Don't be afraid to reach out if you have any questions about the application process.