Strategy Deployment Analyst Review

by HSBC

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

9/10
  • 1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

    • This is a mixed role of Business Analysis, understanding system workflows and Data Analysis, extracting data to decide re-enforce the strategy decisions we are making.

    9/10
  • 2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

    • This program has improved my skills in Agile Project Management and using python for data analysis and statistical learning.

    9/10
  • 3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

    • This programme is varied and challenging and allows me to concentrate on projects that will develop my skills, such as machine learning.

    9/10
  • 4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

    • The programme is very clear, it consists of 12 week terms, which focus on a specific topic. Learning objects are laid out in an online platform. Workshops lead into an assignment at the end of each term.

    9/10
  • 5. How much support do you receive from your employer?

    • I am given a day a week to concentrate on the program and review my progress with line manager in weekly and monthly 121s.

    9/10
  • 6. How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?

    • Regular workshops and weekly slots to meet and raise any questions I have around the course. This is followed up with a monthly skills coach session.

    9/10
  • 7. How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?

    • Much better, This structured learning has helped much more than previous online courses such as Data Camp.

    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, There are professional events lead through Zoom and since the ease on lock down we have had quarterly social events.

    9/10
  • 9a. Would you recommend HSBC to a friend?

    • Yes

  • 9b. Why?

    • I feel invested in with this role and have been given a chance to not just work, but gain experience in data analysis and gain a qualification.

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

    • Focus on the roles that interest you the most and align with career goals and take the opportunities to develop yourself as they are presented.

Details

Higher Level Apprenticeship

Finance

Birmingham

April 2022

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