Pension Administration Apprentice Review

by Barnett Waddingham

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

10/10

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

We as administrators essentially process and administrate everything to do with pensions in a hands on manner, which can be calculating and applying benefits, processing new pensioners and deaths, and communicating with members themselves

10/10

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

I have gained lots of knowledge on pensions, of which I did not realise how important they are until now. I have also gained computer skills and being able to communicate with members, colleagues and external entities such as solicitors in a formal manner

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I really enjoy what I do, the work is interesting and varied and I have a good group of colleagues and apprentices to talk to

10/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

There is lots of information to learn but the apprenticeship is well structured

10/10

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

We get lots of support from our employers as we get study leave to prepare for exams, and financial rewards for passing them.

10/10

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

Again, we get lots of support from the growth company as we can interact with them when needed, and will give us leeway if reasonable. For example, i was off sick for 2 days last week and they let me have an extra 2 days to do an assignment

10/10

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

Very well as we learn KSBs (Knowledge, skills and behaviours) which are integral to my 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.)

Yes - I want to participate in the football tournament when it comes up

10/10

9a. Would you recommend Barnett Waddingham to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

I already have - it is a good place to work with friendly people, good pay for an apprenticeship and the chance to go to other offices and network with other apprentices. I get on with everyone here

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

Make sure to be engaged and seem enthusiastic, and be willing to learn. Always answer questions