business management and leadership degree apprentice Review

by E.ON

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

10/10

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

Currently I am working within sales support and performance planning. My role is project based and has a huge variety of tasks. I chair performance meetings, complete commercial audits, manage additional projects such as the 'TPI Over ride' and look at margin leakage.

10/10

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

I have became so much more confident in myself, this is from interacting with all different and senior stakeholders. I have been pushed out of my comfort zone many of times but this has allowed me to develop new skills in programs such as excel and adopting challenger thinking.

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I absolutely love my job and the apprenticeship is perfect for me. Having the study/work balance is great for me and the fact they work together is brilliant. The culture of E.ON is very supportive and flexible which is brilliant whilst i'm completing my degree.

10/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

the structure is fantastic. We had a great induction week where we met various stakeholders and learnt about E.ON. The support i receive is amazing i have my line manager, buddy, mentor and tutor. Once a week i have a day allocated to uni work which allows me to keep on top of this and ensure i achieve the best grade possible.

10/10

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

I recieve support from every aspect of the business! I have a close contact in HR, a buddy, a mentor and line manager. I also have a tutor from uni who is very supportive not only with uni work but anything i need. Nothing is too much trouble for anyone in the business.

10/10

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

I have a tutor from uni who helps with any issues regarding uni work or anything else. We have an online portal which is very good and also an IT service desk who can help with any technical problems. I enjoy the uni side and applying it to my day to day role.

10/10

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

All the theory I learn helps me in my day to day role as I'm using management and leadership daily. I feel my qualification pushes me to understand E.ON more therefore i feel more knowledgeable in 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 social events and classes which you can attend. E.ON conduct many charitable initiatives which you can get involved in. Outside work I go to the gym and enjoy socialising with my friends.

10/10

9a. Would you recommend E.ON to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

the company is very friendly, supportive and flexible. No one is made to feel out of place.

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

Be yourself! Its so important to remain calm and be yourself when under pressure. E.ON is a friendly and supportive company who is very passionate about their customer. Therefore if you're passionate about your potential customer, E.ON is right for you!