Pensions Administrator Review

by Barnett Waddingham

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

9/10

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

We administer several pension schemes, this a vast range of work from communicating to members and dealing with their requests, keeping records up to date, calculating/revaluing benefits and sending quotes to members, running cash handling for schemes, liaising with companies

10/10

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

Learnt many excel skills, massively developed writing skills eg. writing technique and language skills, IT skills learnt and developed, communication skills developed and confidence developed.

9/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I have thoroughly enjoyed the programme for many reasons including the staff, the fact that the work is not boring and challenging however not too difficult that it turns stressful. There is also a good balance of work and fun eg. charity days

10/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

It is well structured however I believe the structure could of been communicated more clearly at the beginning of the programme.

7/10

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

As much support as I need, all needs met.

10/10

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

Received all the support and advice I need. Very good at pointing you towards the right direction

9/10

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

The knowledge which is gained through the qualifications can be applied to day to day work. The qualification also forces you to look into processes in immense detail which is useful for my daily tasks.

7/10

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.)

There are many to choose from and a wide range of choices.

10/10

9a. Would you recommend Barnett Waddingham to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

The staff here are very welcoming and supportive and always willing to help. The culture here is to help everyone when need be and the knowledge of the staff is very high. The people are caring and want you to succeed.

10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Barnett Waddingham?

Be sure to put as much effort in your work as the people do in training you and helping when needed and never be afraid to ask a question as everyone is here to help you.