Data Engineer Review

by Lloyds Banking Group

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

7.6/10

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

Data engineer using SQL and python to perform ETL on various data sources

7/10

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

Learnt coding skills and developed soft skills such as presenting

9/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I enjoyed learning knew things on the programme and was given a wide range of opportunities to learn different aspects of the job

7/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

Programme was well organised to rotate around different areas to learn different skills / increase exposure

8/10

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

Support from employer was extremely good, was given as much time as I needed to develop and write up projects

10/10

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

At first seemed like I was getting good support. However I told them from day one I was looking to earn a merit or distinction. Despite this my portfolio was misssing an aspect that prevented my getting any more than a pass. This should've been pointed out to me and is disappointing they didn't have the knowledge to correctly guide me towards my goal

4/10

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

The skills I've learnt are integral to my day job

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.)

Hackathons serve as a means of networking. We also host a variety of events

7/10

9a. Would you recommend Lloyds Banking Group to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

A good company to work for, friendly environment.

10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Lloyds Banking Group?

Application process is very smooth. The assessment day is really fun so don't stress to much about preparing for it. That being said, interview prep, knowing the bank values and remember the STAR interview technique