Apprentice A4 Review

by NatWest

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

9/10

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

I work in the MIMO team within the bank. I help produce insights for the bank app.

9/10

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

Yes, my programming skills have improved remarkably. I now have knowledge about Python and SQL, thanks to my day to day jobs and my university classes.

9/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I thoroughly enjoy my programme, i am completing a university degree whilst gaining work experience and earning money. The bank is also very supportive and looks after my well being well.

9/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

It is well structured, i have university every friday and work from monday to thursday. During those four days i am also given time to complete additional university work.

9/10

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

Lots of support, i have daily meetings with my manager who supports me with any tasks i need help with. I also have daily standup where i can discuss any issues i am having and what support i need.

9/10

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

I have lectures every friday where i am able to ask any questions vocally. My lectures also always reply to my emails quickly.

9/10

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

I learn key skills during university that i need in my day to day role, especially on the technical side of my role (python, sql).

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.)

I have joined the early careers team, this is where i talk to students in school about my apprenticeship experience and its benefits.

9/10

9a. Would you recommend NatWest to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

The apprenticeship programme is amazing, as i said earlier your learning, gaining work experience and earning money. NatWest are also very supportive and look out for my well being constantly.

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

For apprenticeships you have to complete a three week bootcamp before your interview. So i recommend taking everything in from this bootcamp as it will really help with your interview. Also learn and understand the CPC before your interview.