Financial Analyst Review

by abrdn

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

9.6/10

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

To analyse potential investment opportunities and provide recommendations to fund managers.

8/10

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

I have hugely developed my knowledge as i knew very little about investments when i joined as a school leaver and have worked my way up in the organisation.

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

The context of the programme has been varied and challenging which has made it enjoyable

9/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

It is very well organised with clear deadlines set out for the year well in advance.

10/10

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

abrdn has supported me greatly since day 1 on the programme and my workplace mentor as well as wider department have all contributed to my success on the programme.

10/10

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

abrdn provide a lot of support in the form of study days, helpful and knowledgeable mentors and colleagues willing to take time to help when you feel you need a helping hand.

10/10

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

It has given me a lot of confidence and expanded my knowledge in a lot of different areas of our business which has helped me to perform better each year.

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.)

I try to get involved as much as i can particularly in the social activities.

10/10

9a. Would you recommend abrdn to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

It is a very good place to work particularly for young people with huge opportunities.

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

Be yourself and be open to trying out different roles.