Solicitor Apprentice Review

by TUI UK & Ireland

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

10/10

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

In my current role I liaise with insurers, lawyers and suppliers to negotiate and eventually recover the monies paid out within customer claims.

10/10

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

Over the past 10 months, this apprenticeship has enabled my confidence to grow ecstatically from the daily contact with both suppliers and our customers through many communication channels including telephone and email.

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

My programme is more enjoyable than expected! Although it is hard work, the daily challenges are always interesting and the level of trust TUI has in us gives me the sense of belonging in addition to being a great confidence booster.

10/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

Considering we are the first apprentices of this type, the organisation levels are impressive! We are always given up-to-date information and are surrounded with mentors who can help out when needed.

10/10

5. How much support do you receive from your employer?

We have been given a variety of mentors in addition to our general line managers. This enables us to query specific questions to specific people dependant on the issue in question. Everyone is always willing to help!

10/10

6. How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?

At Uni we are also given a mentor in addition to our general lecturers. We schedule frequent meetings to discuss any issues there may be. This enables both us and the relevant people to provide feedback on the course so far.

10/10

7. How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?

The learning I receive from my training provider is forever helping my daily work. For example, the module 'Contract Law' has really aided my understanding of my role.

10/10

8. Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)

Yes there are many activities that are available through work, for example a netball team and a running team. In addition, there are frequent professional networking events that are a great part of the role, for example a trip to Crete and a cruise!

10/10

9a. Would you recommend TUI UK & Ireland to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

TUI are a great believer of apprenticeships and do all they can to aid your development. As long as you are willing to put in the hard work, TUI will give you all the opportunities and support for you to succeed in the line of work you are interested in.

10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to TUI UK & Ireland?

Be yourself. Let your personality shine through your application and they will see your potential. TUI are a great company to join to make your career both rewarding and fun!