Business Administrator Review

by Co-op

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

9.1/10

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

My role is a Business Administrator in the Co-op People and Services Tower. I work closely with the Chief People Officer and leadership team to ensure they're supported by helping with social media, comms and other admin tasks.

9/10

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

I have learnt a lot more around business structure and got a wider understanding of Co-op.

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I really enjoy my programme. There is a lot of reading so sometimes it can take a while for me to process and remember all of the information. It would be good to see some more quizzes, videos etc.

9/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

The programme is good however there are a few mixed messages from my coach and tutor around who to speak to/ where to get certain information.

8/10

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

My employer is really supportive and I am able to take my apprenticeship hours whenever suit me.

10/10

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

I have calls most weeks with my tutor and classmates to discuss topics we have been learning. I also have a call once a month with my coach to check in and see how I am progressing.

9/10

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

My learning has really helps in my role, I am more confident when speaking about HR generally aswell as how our organisation works.

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.)

There are quite a lot of networking events, currently online aswell as colleague networks e.g. a women's network, disability network etc.

9/10

9a. Would you recommend Co-op to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

Co-op is really supportive and are encouraging colleagues to progress.

10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Co-op?

Make sure your values align before applying at Co-op. And be prepared for lots of change.