wealth management executive Review

I work in Wealth management, in Barclays UK. I work alongside a Banker, as his WME (Wealth management exec). My job is to assist the Banker in managing their book of clients, with there day to day banking and Investment needs- and assist in the vast admin required (due to regulations like mifid, lot's of administration is needed in todays environment).

I have developed lot's of new skills. Coming straight from sixth form to joining a large corporation requires you develop inter personal skills quickly. It is also important to develop time management, prioritization; and customer service is paramount. Being able to discuss various banking products is also a skill, especially when coming from a background of no finance related qualifications.

I thoroughly enjoy my program. I was really split between going to University, and trying to get on an Apprenticeship scheme- and I have no regrets about joining Barclays. I am offered lot's of opportunities to progress, and am fully supported in my studies. The LIBF provide an amazing academic course also.

Very well structured and organised. I am given a study day a week to look at my degree qualification (as well as fitting an hour after work). I have a representative from Knowledge Bank who is ready to support me with anything I need. The LIBF's program offers a week by week study guide, so I can stay on-top of my studies.

I receive plenty of support from my Employer. I am actively encouraged to take my study day every week, and the wealth of knowledge in my department means I can get real world examples of what I am studying. I am also encouraged to switch off my work emails come 5pm, so I can focus on fitting in some study time after work.

I receive lot's of support from the London Institute of Banking and Finance. My lecturer is always one phone call/ email away when I get stuck on a topic. Alongside our workshop week which happens at the start of every module, we also get support from monthly webinars to revise and ask questions.

I believe the main benefit of my Apprenticeship is how inter- related my degree course is, to my working environment. I know that the degree work I complete will directly boost my ability in my role (currently and in the future); which really motivates me to study for my degree.

There are plenty of external activities/ events to get involved in at Barclays. There are plenty of sports teams, and various societies. I particularly have enjoyed the Citizenship that is encouraged at Barclays. I have so far completed a charity sky dive, and am also volunteering at a Childrens Hospice during the Summer.

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I would recommend Barclays because it has a very encouraging working environment, Being an 18 year old, joining a large corporation was quite daunting. But from day 1 I have always felt welcome to ask questions, and have always been encouraged in my studies. Every team I have had involvement with have always been positive.

I would advise making sure you have read into the Apprenticeship program you have applied for, as Barclays offers a handfull of schemes. Being able to discuss roughly what the program can offer, and how your past experiences mean you have some experience already- will help you to stand out come assessment day.