project manager Review

by Co-op

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

8.6/10

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

I am a project manager and manage transformation projects for all areas of the Co-op

9/10

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

I have developed existing skills further and learnings from the programme have strengthened by ability within my role

8/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I enjoyed the programme considerably although it was challenging at times alongside a full-time role and caring responsibilities. Having to commence the programme remotely was disappointing, at times the level of engagement online was poor, and it took longer to build relationships with other members of the cohort.

9/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

The programme was relatively well organised and structured by ARU.

7/10

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

My line manager and task managers were very supportive throughout the course of the programme. However there was little support evident from the apprenticeship team.

7/10

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

ARU were particularly supportive during the programme and were very understanding and supportive when I faced some personal challenges whilst working towards my qualifications.

10/10

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

I believe that the learnings taken from the programme have provided me with a more rounded understanding of business and leadership, and this has been demonstrated by my exceeding in my last 2 end of year reviews.

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 many extra curricular activities to get involved in at the Co-op including various colleague networks such as ASPIRE (women's network), PACT (parents and carers together), STRIVE (supporting younger colleagues in developing their careers)

10/10

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

Yes

9b. Why?

It is a great place to work and has strong core ethics and values.

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

Do their research and if the values of the Co-op align with your personal values you will be able to positively contribute to the success of the Co-op whilst working with shared values and goals.