Technical Analyst Review

by HSBC

Rating

4.8/10

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

Analysis of existing application support arrangements. Optimisation and automation of the processes.

7/10

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

Project managements theory, methods, and techniques

7/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I enjoyed learning new skills. I also enjoyed meeting fellow students at study and exam days.

8/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

We were the first students to undertake this particular apprenticeship. As a result it was often a little disorganised and lacking structure. My professional coach was very experiences and knowledgeable which helped.

5/10

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

Little or none.

1/10

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

My original talent coach was disorganised and didn't help a great deal. He was replaced during the second year of the apprenticeship. His replacement helped me greatly, filling in the admin gaps left as well as providing good support with my portfolio of evidence.

6/10

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

I was recently put at risk of redundancy so have been assigned routine tasks. Hopefully, the skills learned should help in a new role.

2/10

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.)

Not really

2/10

9a. Would you recommend HSBC to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

I feel that my department is poorly managed. However, HSBC is a good employer which I've enjoyed working for.

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

Persevere. The nature of the business can make it a very frustrating place to work. Complex procedures and global teams can make relatively simple tasks time consuming.