Activation Degree Apprentice Review

by L'Oreal

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

10/10

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

In a split role across Visual Merchandising and Trade team. Something that is great about my role is no day is ever the same! Key responsibilities include supporting the Gift with purchase and Coffret rollout across top 13 retailers as well as looking after 420 brand counters.

10/10

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

L'Oréal is a great company for skill development. I have developed a blend of soft and hard skills during my apprenticeship including communication, time management, teamwork as well as fundamentals of marketing and learning and development functions.

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I love my apprenticeship! I am able to work and earn a salary whilst studying a full-funded degree. The support from both L'Oréal and the University of Kent is great and I could not have asked for a better experience.

10/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

The structure includes 4 days in the workplace and 1 day at University per week. We receive study leave for university assignments and our teams are very considerate of our workload and priorities.

10/10

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

I receive a lot of support from my employer. They prioritise my development and align this with my goals for the future.

10/10

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

The support from my training provider is great! They understand the program and really care about our development both at work and university.

10/10

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

I've learnt so much about strategic planning, commercial, HR and marketing during my degree which has allowed me to apply this knowledge in my day to day role.

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.)

I am on the committee for our Intern and Apprentice cohort which has given me the opportunity to organise events to bring Early Careers together. We also have fitness classes, networking opportunities and sports teams that people can join!

10/10

9a. Would you recommend L'Oreal to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

L'Oréal is a great place to start your career. They invest and care so much about Early Careers and the Apprenticeship program is great! I am surrounded by inspirational individuals and teams that I feel so lucky to work with everyday.

10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to L'Oreal?

Go for it and be yourself! L'Oréal love embracing who you are and this is a really important aspect to show in your application. Show your potential too! You may not have experience but that's not a problem as L'Oréal focus on discovering potential and unlocking the best version of you