Innovation and contracts apprentice Review

by AstraZeneca

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

8.9/10

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

I am constantly dealing with legal contracts between AstraZeneca and external companies. I sit in the business development sector and work along the science and innovation leads to process a project from ideation all the way through to implantation.

9/10

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

Yes, I had no/little legal knowledge before doing my apprenticeship, since being trained I have gained a vast amount of legal knowledge and I am constantly learning new things.

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I am very impressed with my programme, and I would definitely recommend this apprenticeship and AstraZeneca to many others.

10/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

Structure is ok, I have one day a week study however the contact with the University is very little (one week a year). Personally I would like more face to face contact.

7/10

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

I have a 3 month review every 3 months which is good as it keeps me on track. I think this amount of time is perfect as I am constantly learning on the job as well as study.

9/10

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

There is support there if needed, the tutors can skype and assist you whenever needed.

9/10

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

Some of it applies well and some not, I am involved in a lot of legal contracts which isn't covered on my course. However a lot of the business development knowledge is.

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.)

Yes, apprentice counsel, AZ inspire, Network of women, LGBT.

9/10

9a. Would you recommend AstraZeneca to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

They offer fantastic job roles and I know many people that still have a job after their apprenticeship and are progressing fantastically.

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

Make sure your CV is well written and applies to the role you are applying for. Look at AZ's values and behaviours and include them in the CV. For interview be well prepared and do not be afraid to be confident as that's what they are looking for.