Business Analyst Apprentice Review

My role is a Business Analyst. I work within the regs and man team, so when new regulations come in it is my team that conducts the analysis, design and testing of new systems that will mean compliance to new guidelines. Being a business analyst I analyse the current business situation, conduct gap analysis and then begin to engineer requirements of the new system.

Yes! I have learnt so many new skills, as well as developing ones I had before. I was completely new to my role and the Investment Industry when I started my apprenticeship at Fidelity about 4/5 months ago. With both internal and external training I feel confident in my role and have a good understanding of my day-to-day job.

The programme is really enjoyable! I am very lucky to be part of a great team who were all very welcoming when I joined them in September. Both past apprentices and those who I joined with are lovely and welcoming, which means we often share ideas and help each other where we can.

The programme is very well organised and structured. My training provider Firebrand are very professional and made the logistics of how the programme should run very clear from the beginning. I always know what I am meant to be doing and when, and I know what is expected of me in order to complete the apprentice programme

My employer is really supportive throughout the programme. My manager helps me whenever he can, and always makes time for me if I need it. We have weekly catch-up's to update each other on progress etc. The early careers manager is also very helpful and answers any questions I have promptly.

Firebrand offers lots of help and support throughout the training. I have a catch-up call with my learning mentor every 8 weeks, and then a review with my learning mentor and my manger every 8 weeks - so I speak to my learning mentor at least once a month. However, he is very prompt to answer my emails if I have any questions in the meantime.

I went to complete the course for my qualification last week with Firebrand. The content that I learnt in the course was so helpful - it is really relatable to the work that we do in the office. Being able to use these real-life example to aid your learning is really helpful.

There are a number of social events that take place that bring all of the apprentices from different office locations together. This is a great way of sharing experiences and ideas with each other, especially in the early days of your apprenticeship. We also get the opportunity to volunteer throughout the year.

Yes

Fidelity is a great place to work, everyone here is really friendly and welcoming - it's such a great culture! I have learnt so much here in such a short period of time and I can not wait to learn more. There is never a day that I do not want to come to work.

Be yourself and be confident! The application process can be a little daunting, especially the interviews, but as long as you are confident and show off your best qualities there is nothing to worry about! It is such a great opportunity so you should give it you all because it is worth it.