HR Degree Apprentice Review

by Unilever

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

10/10

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

My role sits within the Future of Work team, where we deal with critical things such as reskilling and upskilling our employees, working on youth engagement and offering new flexible employment models. My day-to-day role is varied and allows me to work on multiple interesting projects.

10/10

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

I have developed my whole skillset whilst here at Unilever, and I feel I am a much more skilled person than before I joined. New skills such as networking and business acumen have been added to my personal skillset.

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I love the format of my Unilever apprenticeship - the culture here is amazing and apprentices are really valued highly. I have been involved with some brilliant projects that I never thought an apprentice would have the chance of doing - the programme is really enjoyable!

10/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

The structure of my programme is fantastic - I feel fully supported throughout and able to ask any questions I have. The study/work balance is suitable for me and allows me to put all of my effort into both aspects of the programme.

10/10

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

I receive lots of support from my employer - my line manager is always ensuring I am doing well. My team are brilliant too as they are always there to answer queries and give me constructive feedback.

10/10

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

I have all the support I need as I can contact my tutor with questions anytime.

10/10

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

My qualification helps me within my role as I can apply my learnings directly to a real business environment. This enables me to perform better within my role.

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.)

I have got involved with a number of exciting events at work - all have been enjoyable and worthwhile.

10/10

9a. Would you recommend Unilever to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

Unilever is amazing to work for - I feel really valued as an employee and supported from all areas of the business. It is also very motivating to work for a company that strives to have such a positive impact on the world.

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

Take every opportunity you can - there will be lots of things to get involved with but ensure you manage your time effectively to include these opportunities. Try your best to enjoy the onboarding and assessment processes - the interviewers are always really nice people!