Apprentice Project Support Officer Review

by Sage

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

9.6/10

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

My day to day role involves either managing or assisting on various projects. These range from smaller process improvements all the way through to larger and more complex projects. As my role has progressed I have slowly been given more responsibility and been involved in larger projects. My day is split between planning and admin and meetings with my team or other stakeholders. I get the opportunity to work with people from across my area of the business, this includes senior stakeholders.

10/10

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

truly cannot quantify how much I have learnt during my apprenticeship. I had little knowledge of the corporate world or Project Management. Through my coursework been able to build the foundation of my knowledge by gaining Agile and APM PMQ qualifications and have been exposed to apprentices from other companies. My team have been incredibly helpful at continually setting me challenges but also guiding and supporting me. Sage itself has wonderful opportunities for development - beyond the existing infrastructure all you have to do is ask and make use of the opportunities presented to you.

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I have very much enjoyed the programme. Project Management in itself is a fairly stressful profession with lots of responsibilities however the support of my team has meant that I'm always able to share the burden and reach out for help when needed.

10/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

Well organised on the whole

8/10

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

I have always felt fully supported and valued

10/10

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

The face-to-face training courses were incredibly useful and my skills coach visits provided very valuable help in completing my portfolio.

9/10

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

I would say that I've put almost 80% of what I have learnt theory wise into practise and where I've not been able to do this its help me understand work that others have completed.

10/10

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. Weekly Yoga, Running Club, Volunteering

10/10

9a. Would you recommend Sage to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

Having effectively used this apprenticeship to change career I don’t think any other entry level position would have enabled me to learn as much as I have as fast as I have. Sage iteself has been a great company to work for.

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

- Research the company and team (if possible) - Make the most of every opportunity - Soak up knowledge like a sponge - Don’t be afraid to ask for help