Associate Project Manager Review

My role is a combination of governance and communications. I work with brands in the beauty and wellbeing and personal care business group to ensure compliance of no animal testing in products. My daily tasks include, reviewing brand artwork, facilitating the innovation approval process, and I regularly communicate with marketing and R&D.

My communication skills are being developed daily. Whether its communicating with stakeholders or drafting an engagement plan, I have seen the importance of effective communication in my role overall. Unilever's culture promotes positive employee relationships, which has made a huge impact on my interpersonal skills.

To be honest, it can be overwhelming working at Unilever because of its size and how fast paced the environment is. However I am enjoying my role, and I have a lot of support from my line manager and team.

The apprenticeship programme is very well structured. My tutor explained the requirements and expectations of the course clearly and in detail. The work side of the programme I would say is down to whether your manager has experience/understands the needs of an apprentice. Unilever apprentice/future careers team are very knowledgeable and supportive.

I receive loads of support from my employer.

My training provider at Intec Business Colleges is very supportive and always available to explain the content to me. We have workshops, reviews and 1 to 1 meetings, to ensure I am meeting my KSB's and I'm happy with the course.

I find it easier to understand the commercial side of my role by applying what I've learnt in the workshops. Overall, I find the qualification practical as it mirrors my work environment. For example I had a stakeholder communication lesson that provided me with useful tools on how to identify and group stakeholders to improve my delivery.

There are few extra-curriculars, like gingerbread house decorating, work socials, and charity walks. I have enjoyed being on the outreach team. I get to connect with other apprentices and promote Unilever future careers opportunities at schools across London.

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Great opportunity, supportive culture and Unilever is a company working towards regulatory change. Amazing chance to be part of something bigger than yourself and kickstart your career.

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