Finance and commercial apprentice Review

by Siemens

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

8.2/10

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

Currently in a central finance role for a business unit. Day to day tasks are to aid in the completion of financial reporting and support the rest of the management accounting team

8/10

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

Massively improved excel/macro skills. Good experience with SAP Developed team working and other useful business skills throughout training courses during the scheme

9/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

Learnt lots and everyone is very helpful in supporting your learning and exams throughout the experience

8/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

Left to do exams at own pace with support from a coach. Access to mentors and community of apprentices whilst at Siemens. Lots of training courses and support through programme

9/10

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

As much or as little as you personally need. Very accommodating to different types of people

8/10

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

Periodic calls with a learning coach to track progress through exams and apprenticeship qualifications. Very helpful online resources with range of different learning methods

9/10

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

Qualification material is currently very relevant to role. As my knowledge has increased it has allowed me to perform better whilst getting real experience on the study material

8/10

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.)

Lots of clubs, sporting and volunteering possibilities at current site

7/10

9a. Would you recommend Siemens to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

Lots of benefits. Good support from coworkers in a easy going environment. Lots of options and possibilities moving forwards

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

Be confident. Try hard at the interviews to make a good impression