Transformation Analyst Review

by Barclays

Rating

9.1/10

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

My role involves project management type tasks. As an apprentice, I have been set my own project in which I manage and set specific dates for different tasks to be completed.

9/10

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

Within the apprenticeship, I have learnt a variety of different skills. I have improved my communication skills massively and I have learnt about different business skills needed to succeed individually and working in a team.

9/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

The programme is very enjoyable and all of my colleagues help/guide me through when I need assistance. The community is very friendly and welcoming as well as hardworking.

9/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

The programme is well organised and structured, and a colleague is put into a college course that is suited to their specific job role.

8/10

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

As an employer of Barclays, the support that is received is great. If a colleague ever needs support, their team will always be there to support/guide them through the task.

10/10

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

Like Barclays, the training provider support for colleagues is great. Throughout the course, if a colleague has an struggles or is finding a certain topic difficult, the training provider will always be there to support/guide them through the task.

9/10

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

My qualification helps me a lot with my role, as it is highly related. It helps me a lot with the process of my role and gives me an idea of how to approach a specific task.

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.)

BTCR(Barclays Radbroke) has a lot of facilities in which people can take place in social activities; football pitches, rugby pitches, tennis court, putting green. There is also different activities that colleagues/employees of Barclays set up for lunch times in order to socialise with each other.

10/10

9a. Would you recommend Barclays to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

Barclays is a great place to work and develop your professional skills, communication skills and social skills with other colleagues. As well as this, the apprenticeship programme is very good and offers a variety of different pathways for a young persons career.

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

Make sure you are confident when doing the applying process. It is a great place to work so I highly encourage people to apply for a role. Be yourself in the applying stage.