Rating

9.5/10
  • 1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
  • Creating statistics documents for the London brokers, processing premiums and brokerage income onto the data base, and checking potential markets for compliance and sanctions touch points.

    10/10

  • 2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
  • I have greatly developed my ability to communicate with clients and colleagues as well as my presentation skills. Further more my skills with software such as Excel has also improved.

    10/10

  • 3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
  • I think the company is very welcoming and social which makes it a nice place to work. The job can be difficult at times but support is around if needed.

    9/10

  • 4. How well organised/structured is your programme?
  • Very well structured, we have regular revision workshops to ensure we succeed with our CII exams as well as catch up meetings.

    9/10

  • 5. How much support do you receive from your employer?
  • They are very supportive, as they are aware this can be a challenging industry to grasp. So additional exam help and job assistance can be provided if needed. They focus on setting you up for the future and encouraging you to gain a depth of understanding.

    10/10

  • 6. How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
  • They are quick to reply to emails if something needs to be explained and take time to answer any questions we have in revision workshops as well.

    9/10

  • 7. How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
  • It provides the why behind what we do in our role. This has been extremely beneficial as when faced with a problem, the knowledge gained from the qualification has helped me solve it.

    9/10

  • 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.)
  • The Young Professionals network organise regular talks and panel events with key speakers such a senior management. There are often office floor events such as quiz nights and Christmas parties. The apprentices have also organised social events after work to network with each other.

    10/10

  • 9a. Would you recommend WTW to a friend?
  • Yes


  • 9b. Why?
  • It is very friendly and comfortable, the people make it a great place to work. Also i find the industry very interesting so i find a lot of enjoyment in the role.


  • 10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to WTW?
  • Confidence is important, but not overconfidence. Learn as much as you can about insurance broking as it is very useful in interviews because it shows you are keen. Also be professional but don't be afraid to let your personality shine through. It is a relationship driven industry.


Details

Higher Level Apprenticeship

Insurance & Risk Management

Ipswich

May 2020


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