Apprentice - Data and Analytics L4 L6 L8 (2023) Review

by NatWest

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

9.4/10

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

Completing an externally accredited programme of Data Analyst, completing the learning plan on time, which includes passing exams, submitting workbooks and providing evidence of the development, working closely with the apprenticeship learning provider, developing knowledge and capabilities to undertake the job of Data Analyst, supporting Data Analyst teams

10/10

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

SQL, Tableau, Power BI, Excel, presentation skills, communication skills

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I really enjoy the programme as it challenges me and enables me to develop in my Data Analyst role.

10/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

It is pretty well organised, structured. Apprenticeship provider has firm structure and deadlines in place. Daily work for the employer has taken an agile approach.

10/10

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

I receive a lot of support form the employer. I have means and tools that are provided to me to be able to fulfil my role.

10/10

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

Whenever needed, I am able to reach out to the apprenticeship provider and they respond usually very quickly.

9/10

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

So far, as I am in the Q1 of the programme, I can see mediate benefits of the qualification to my daily work. That is because we work with slightly different programs/tools that what has been mentioned so far.

6/10

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, loads. Immense opportunities to network and socialise, whilst also benefiting the community (for example volunteering, etc.).

10/10

9a. Would you recommend NatWest to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

It is a great company to work for. Amazing working culture and purpose that everybody lives by. Slight downside is the apprentice's pay as it is rather at the low end. However, this should change once the apprenticeship is completed and we are placed within our permanent roles as Data Analysts.

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

Be yourself, challenge yourself, go for it.