Investment ops Review

by abrdn

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

9.2/10

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

My role involves dealing with investments every day and checking over them, not only that i also work closely with fund managers if this is setting up a new share class or even setting up a rebate.

10/10

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

My Excel skills have improved dramatically as well as my team working skills, as lot of my work is done within a team.

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I really enjoy my programme and do not regret doing at all.

10/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

Very well organised, i am very fortunate to have such a great team who help me progress

10/10

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

My team and many others are always willing to give 30 minutes of their day to me to help me understand something

10/10

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

Not as much as i would of thought, as i am doing the IOC exam it seems that it is very much up to the empolyee to get set up and get it done

5/10

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

The IOC helps give me a better understanding of asset managerment.

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.)

Yes, so many idfferent groups to choose from and to get involved with.

10/10

9a. Would you recommend abrdn to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

They are super friendly and always want to help you become the best you can be.

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

Be friendly and always listen.