Data Analyst Review

My role is a data analyst which uses data to find patterns and trends to help drive business decisions. Common tasks in my role require me to create and maintain incoming data sources, process or transform this data a specified format which can then be queried through a variety of different tools. I would then take results discovered and arrange them into creative visualisations to become easier to read to the rest of the business.

Yes, I have learnt so many new skills. My background was not very technical however it feels like a not stop learning journey. There are hundreds if not thousands of courses available through the company. Some have been suggested to me from my manager and others I have personal interests. We are encouraged to work these extra courses into our daily jobs. Currently I working towards a Python qualification as well as a cloud AWS qualification.

The company culture has exceeded my expectations, it is very inclusive and there is a huge emphasis on extra activities from sports/hobbies to charity work. My team are split over two locations in the company however the collaboration between us is amazing including with the current shift to working from home.

The company are very supportive providing more than enough resources, support and freedom to help students through their studies. The induction was information packed maybe slightly too much overload for the first few days however it was a great time to also get to know other students on the programme and the teams they had been assigned to.

The HR team are always at hand when needed to help support students. There is a specific team just for graduates and apprentices. My manager although busy always makes time for 121 catchups to make sure I am heading in the right direction and to call out any changes or extra support is needed.

Tutors are available for students most of the time. They have a good attitude towards the lectures and support for student. The quality of tutor can vary drastically. I have personally questioned some of the tutors abilities especially for subject matter experts and for the high-level of qualification we are completing.

The qualification and modules that we study is very well defined to help me perform better in my job. the core modules may not impact my day to day jobs and tasks however they still provide valuable knowledge to understanding how the business works and it will help me greatly in the future.

Yes there are loads of extra activities. Lots of sports teams.charity events. the company offers a number of days to work for community, charity or voluntary events. departments even hold team building days as well which can be very fun. socials from my team have really helped get out team closer.

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Vodafone is a very inclusive, global company. they are very supportive and really care about the customer's they have. The salary is competitive but for an apprenticeship it is far above most others. There are lots of educational perks and discounted perks that lots of employees recommend. as well as discounted Mobile plans.

Be yourself. Prepare background knowledge of the company and what media news they have been releasing you can see initiatives publicly this can help with the assessment days when they want to know how much of an interest you have. Try to remember to ask your interviewer questions even if its about the work they are most proud of.