Technology Analyst Review

by NatWest

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

8.7/10

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

My role consists of consulting with project managers on a day to day business. I have a lot of phone calls and meeting with project managers. my apprenticeship is more a business technology apprenticeship

10/10

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

my computer skills have grown, I now know how to configure and install Windows 7 and Windows 10. I am waiting for my next course to begin which is a Cisco course

9/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

My team is so welcoming and friendly and the office has such a great atmosphere. RBS is such an amazing company to work for with this being such an amazing opportunity. I enjoy it so much!

10/10

4. How valued do you feel by NatWest?

I feel like a full time employee and part of the team. I feel I am appreciated and valued by all my colleagues. I am 100% involved in ll projects and tasks

9/10

5. How well organised/structured is your programme?

there is a little clarity needed on the next steps in the apprenticeship and a few things needing cleared up but I feel my programme within my team is structured well

8/10

6a. How much support do you receive from your training provider?

A lot of support and guidance is given, all that I need to do is ask if I am unsure. I felt my external training didn't really relate to what my job persists of

7/10

6b. How much support do you receive from your employer?

I receive a lot of support from my employer. my manager always makes sure im confident in what im doing and I feel comfortable with my tasks.

9/10

7. How well does your salary/package meet your costs?

For a 17 year old I think the salary is amazing, from just coming out of school I think it is a very competitive rate for an apprenticeship. with the move of buildings travel costs will be a little higher however

8/10

8. Are there many opportunities outside of work?

there are careers events for apprentices to go to, to promote the apprenticeship programme to school children as an option instead of university

8/10

9. Would you recommend NatWest to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

the opportunities I have been given are amazing. I don't regret leaving school early to come here. they salary is good and the environment is great

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

be confident, practice interview questions. be prepared. just be open to trying something new and come out of your comfort zone as it will definitely pay off