Talent Acquisition Apprentice Review

by AstraZeneca

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

10/10

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

Collaborative working with different stakeholders. Depending on what department I am in, as I rotate through different business areas.

10/10

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

Stakeholder management, Conflict resolution, Becoming a Stem Ambassador, reflective thinking and acting on feedback whether good or bad.

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I enjoy it so much, I would recommend it for every young person.

10/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

My programme is structured impeccably well, business rotations and education provider support are always available when needed. I have a buddy for day to day business queries, I have a mentor for more complex questions who also advises me on opportunities within the business I should be Involved in, supports me in my professional development plan. There is nothing lacking in my Apprenticeship Programme.

10/10

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

I have two very intelligent and supportive Managers. I have a Mentor and a Buddy, as well support from the Early Talent department.

10/10

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

Support is always available, from email to phone calls to MS Teams calls. Well being checks its amazing.

10/10

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

My education and work are always in sync, and I get to put theory into practise everyday.

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.)

During the pandemic, we have had walking meetings, flip a long sessions on Pancake day and we had a virtual secret Santa for christmas.

10/10

9a. Would you recommend AstraZeneca to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

AstraZeneca is invested in me and want me to do well in all aspects of my professional life. The work I am asked to complete is always valued and considerations taken seriously by my managers.

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

Be unapologetically you!