Technical Analyst Review

Scoping and design of upcoming changes to the ATS system & recruitment website. This involves working closely with suppliers and stakeholders, tracking costs, reviewing requests and testing upcoming changes. I also build new roles into the ATS, update salaries in the ATS and on the recruitment website when required, alongside various ad hoc tasks.

I have learnt new project management skills during my role and apprenticeship, for example: stakeholder management, leadership styles, communication management, how to create a business case, quality control & quality assurance, risk management, schedule management, managing resources, budget control, governance, project lifecycles, organisational structures, project roles, procurement processes and issue management.

The programme is really interactive and the modules and tasks fit in well with my current role and duties. The support and guidance I receive from my tutor is great and I always know what is coming next and what I need to do to get to the end goal.

The structure has been clear from day one and I had a clear plan of when I would complete each module and then move into my exam and EPA. I have regular reviews with my tutor and we make plans for tasks I need to complete before the next review, to ensure I stay on track.

My employer is very supportive and ensures I have access to information or meetings which would support my learning / apprenticeship. I have shadowed my manager throughout the apprenticeship and this has given me lots of insights into different areas within project management and has supported me with completing my modules and exam so far.

I have monthly reviews with my tutor and before completing my exam, I attended a monthly webinar for 3 hours where we covered the previous module before completing practice exam questions. I now have monthly EPA calls with my tutor where we review my progress with the EPA documents and work towards completing these ready for the EPA.

The qualification helps me structure my role in a more project focused way and I can use the knowledge gained in my apprenticeship, to implement new ideas and more structure in my day to day role. The qualification also helps with my understanding of project lifecycles while working with various teams.

There are lots of opportunities to get involved in team activities to raise money for Teenage Cancer Trust, for example walking the 3 peaks, sports days, baking competitions, team lunches, dress down days, annual team building days, annual wider team strategy days and the teams can recommend activities which they'd like to do to raise money for Teenage Cancer Trust.

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Aldi is a great place to work and time flies as it's such a busy environment. There is a lot of support from Team Leaders, Managers and Directors to ensure that you do well in your role. The working environment is great and we can work from home 2-3 days per week depending which team you're in.

Be prepared to work hard, at a fast pace and in a challenging role. Spend time on your application and outline all of your relevant experience and skills. Do your research on the recruitment website before applying, so you have all the information on the department and role you're applying to.