Rating

9.9/10
  • 1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
  • My role was that of a Relationship Team Officer. I worked in a team of Assistant Relationship Managers, supporting the Relationship Management Team. My role was to help build relationships with our Commercial clients and assist in their banking requirements. My day-to-day role included problem solving, customer meetings, and account opening.

    10/10

  • 2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
  • Yes I have obtained my Professional Banker Certificate, Certificate in Lending Skills, and Certificate in Providing Financial Services. To do this I had to attend a number of courses and external exams. I have also developed my communication skills which has proved incredibly useful.

    10/10

  • 3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
  • The team made me very welcome and were excellent to work with. The company culture has shaped the way I work and the job provided ample opportunities to learn and experience new things.

    10/10

  • 4. How valued do you feel by NatWest?
  • My manager and colleagues have always made me feel valued and I have received recognition awards from the wider team.

    10/10

  • 5. How well organised/structured is your programme?
  • The programme gives a great introduction to Banking and a working environment.

    10/10

  • 6a. How much support do you receive from your training provider?
  • My training provider gave me good trainer and plenty of access to support. Advice was always on hand.

    9/10

  • 6b. How much support do you receive from your employer?
  • My employer was excellent at giving me time and opportunities to extend my learning.

    10/10

  • 7. How well does your salary/package meet your costs?
  • My salary more than cover my living costs.

    10/10

  • 8. Are there many opportunities outside of work?
  • There are plenty of events to get involved with outside of the day job. These include regular team events.

    10/10

  • 9. Would you recommend NatWest to a friend?
  • Yes


  • 9b. Why?
  • It has been a steep learning curve but excellent support and opportunities have been provided.


  • 10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to NatWest?
  • I would advise them to be themselves and not to be afraid to admit weaknesses.


Details

Level 3 Apprenticeship

Finance

East Midlands

February 2017


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