Apprentice Finance Assistant Review

by Savills

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

10/10

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

My role is very flexible and I have worked in all of the teams in the central finance department. This includes the banking, credit control, billings, invoice processing, payments, bank reconciliation teams. Therefore I have had the opportunity to take on many new tasks and interacted with lots of people internally and externally.

10/10

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

I have learned many new skills, for example how to use different accounting software such as MRI. I have also strongly developed previous skills like communication, organisation and my excel skills.

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I have thoroughly enjoyed the programme I have been on as it has set me up for a successful career in finance.

10/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

My programme is very well structured. I have four days a week in role and then one dedicated day for my studies, which includes self study and online workshops with a tutor and large group.

10/10

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

I have always received the very best support from every team I have been a part of and always feel like I can ask questions on anything I am unsure about.

10/10

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

I receive a great amount of support from my training provider in the form of the mindful learning platform, online workshops and the one to one calls whenever they are needed for extra support.

10/10

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

The content I have learned whilst studying towards my qualification, with my training provider, has benefited my my performance in my role as I have developed a better understanding of the core aspects of what I do.

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.)

There are plenty of extra curricular activities to get involved in, for example quarterly social events and team lunches, sports teams to get involved in and numerous other groups and activities to join in.

10/10

9a. Would you recommend Savills to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

This is a fantastic company that has done nothing but help me to succeed in my career, the people that work here are all friendly and there are great benefits to employees.

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

To show your interest in the role you are applying for as well as a willingness to learn.