trade analyst Review

by Lloyds Banking Group

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

8/10

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

I work in the trade service export letter of credit department at Lloyds bank and process letters of credit on a daily basis.

8/10

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

yes, from all the training and hardwork of the apprenticeship mentors, I have managed to learn more about people skills and the work I put into my job.

8/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I will enjoy my program and find it really useful in both my work and social life.

7/10

4. How valued do you feel by Lloyds Banking Group?

I feel very valued by Lloyds banking group and they are a good company to work for.

9/10

5. How well organised/structured is your programme?

I think it could be better organised in the start as I didn't have a mentor for 6 months but once the program is up and running there are no issues

5/10

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

I received a lot of support from my mentor neil Sheldon who is very good at his job.

9/10

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

I receive a lot of support from my line manager Andrew Stevenson who is also very good at his job.

9/10

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

my salary is good enough to support me in my day to day life, funding of a car and rent and all food expenses - I feel I am at a good part of my life.

9/10

8. Are there many opportunities outside of work?

yes there are many opportunities outside of work and I am acting upon the opportunities that Lloyds bank is providing me with such as day to make a difference projects

8/10

9. Would you recommend Lloyds Banking Group to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

Lloyds banking group is a brilliant employer and offers more than just a job, they offer health care insurance and bonus' and the salary itself is really good.

10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Lloyds Banking Group?

always be yourself, pay close attention to details within your job, get a good night sleep as you are sitting in front of a screen all day and enjoy the experience