Solution Architect Review

by Barclays

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

9.1/10

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

I work in Governance and overlook technology deals. I work with Excel and Tableau a lot. I have various meetings each day to discuss current work.

10/10

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

Yes. I have learnt many new skills on Excel, Powerpoint, Tableau, SharePoint, Confluence and Visio.

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

It is very accomodating to needs and there is a lot of work on wellbeing. This makes it very enjoyable

10/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

Given the circumstances when I joined it has been organised very well.

10/10

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

I receive a lot of support from colleagues and any various needs I have. Wellbeing is a key focus of Barclays.

10/10

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

The support from Manchester Met is good but could be better

8/10

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

I think for some roles it would really help but for mine specifically nothing from first year related.

5/10

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 would be if not for Covid

10/10

9a. Would you recommend Barclays to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

They are a very inclusive company who focus of wellbeing which I have found very good. They make sure that you are happy doing what you are doing and that your job role is what you're wanting to do.

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

Be prepared and confident.