Talent Acquisition Team Leader Review

by AstraZeneca

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

10/10

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

I am a Team Leader within the Talent Acquisition space, so within Human Resources - supporting all recruitment into the Oncology business area and leading a team of 8.

10/10

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

Yes, I am studying the Wellbeing apprenticeship course and expanding my experience through learning how best to support my team and improve the overall workplace culture of AstraZeneca.

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I enjoy the flexibility in being able to study online and work with a skills coach to submit assignments. It fits around my role, whilst enabling me to gain valuable skills to support my team and the wider group.

10/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

Very organised, although you have to maintain an agile approach as it flexes over the course with more content being more aligned to roles etc and assignments changing as you work through, but it is very clearly outlined to enable you to stay on track.

10/10

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

My employer is very supportive in enabling me to implement the skills I am learning, whilst providing me with time to spend on the study alongside.

10/10

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

Very supportive - regular check-in's/masterclasses with the skills coach etc.

10/10

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

My new skills are benefiting my team through being able to support wellbeing in the workplace.

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.)

Yes, I am organising some of them in line with my course!

10/10

9a. Would you recommend AstraZeneca to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

I have never worked for a company like AstraZeneca before - it is astounding how much value they place on self-development and support you to achieve your goals.

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

Research/speak with employees to gain insight into the company values and the workplace culture to work here - I would also improve knowledge of competency based interview styles, to enhance the way that you communicate your strengths within an interview setting.