Sales Apprentice Review

by Softcat

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

9.8/10

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

My role is a sales apprentice, my day to day work consists of cold calling, emailing customers and attending remit/training sessions.

10/10

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

I have learnt lots of communication skills when talking to customers and shadowing meetings. I have also learnt technical skills including producing PowerPoints and presentations, I have also learnt a great deal about the IT products Softcat sell.

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I enjoy the programme as we have a lot of freedom to do our jobs the way we want but have enough support that we have guidance as well.

10/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

The programme is well structured and organised.

10/10

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

We receive lots of support from a range of people

10/10

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

Our training provider is always there to support us regardless of the time/day within reason.

10/10

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

The technical aspects of the training helped from a technical standpoint in the role. The sales training also provided a lot of insight in how to maximise sales

10/10

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.)

There are but due to covid most was put on hold I believe.

8/10

9a. Would you recommend Softcat to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

It's so much quicker than getting a degree as you can apply for the graduate job after just over 1 year.

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

Work hard