Techincal Analyst Review

by HSBC

Rating

8.9/10

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

Technical Analyst Ensuring an Estate of 35,000 Unix servers are kept operational and efficient by using tools such as the command line to diagnose and fix faults with operating systems

9/10

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

I Have been on several external training courses and have developed a range of Hard and soft skills that I deem to be invaluable. Such as command line operations and employee communication

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

Its the best decision I have ever made regarding education and life choices. there is not one thing I would prefer to be doing and the course far exceeded my expectations. so much so I drive 150 miles a day just to go to work

10/10

4. How valued do you feel by HSBC?

I Believe that even though HSBC is such a large company there is a major focus on apprenticeships from all of the company including senior management. we are seen by everyone as the future of the company

9/10

5. How well organised/structured is your programme?

The Apprenticeship is in its second year and so many initial issues faced by the first year have been ironed out. whilst there are still a few teething problems as the scheme is new. these are all minimal and were expected

8/10

6a. How much support do you receive from your training provider?

Support is available from a multitude of sources and colleagues and managers cannot be anymore helpful than they already are. everyone seems like they just want us to do well in our jobs and they try as hard as we do to make that happen.

7/10

6b. How much support do you receive from your employer?

They endeavour to ensure you get as much training as required to do your job. I have also gained qualifications in standards such as ITIL

9/10

7. How well does your salary/package meet your costs?

The Salary exceeds costs as I am still living at home. However if I were to live on my own I am unsure. What I do know is that for my age the salary is excellent

9/10

8. Are there many opportunities outside of work?

An un-countable amount. I have been to London several times for various reasons. for sometimes a week at a time. I have been on social outings with the team to have Dinner, or just going for a drink with the other apprentices

9/10

9. Would you recommend HSBC to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

Its a fantastic company that I could not fault for anything, everyone knows who they are and they carry a prestigious reputation

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

Be Honest about your skill level. Make sure you tell them your long term ambitions in the company. and don't try to make out to be someone your not.