Data Analyst Apprentice Review

Creating bespoke MI reports on an ad-hoc and regular basis to support the Marketing function of the business. I also create customer contact files to contact customers about both regulatory and marketing information that applies to them. I work alongside other teams in the wider customer team to assist with the profiling of customers to help us better understand our customers and their needs

My ability to code in languages such as SQL and VBA has grown which allows me to design more effective reports. As well as this my confidence in the workplace has grown tremendously and I now work comfortably alone with greater responsibility than before. I’ve also developed my communication skills through liaising with stakeholders for projects

It’s a very enjoyable programme with lots of scope for development and growth. I work on a wide breadth of engaging projects regularly and get chance to engage with numerous people from around the business. This has allowed me to meet fantastic new people while also challenging myself and allowing me to grow

The programme is organised to a fantastic degree with regular time allocated for the apprenticeship when working. Also the structure from the learning provider is extremely good and support is available at all stages. Having a designated learning coach alongside technical tutors means assistance and learning opportunities are never lacking.

Endless support from employer from different areas. A workplace mentor is available for support from someone from a different area of the business, line managers are extremely supportive and help to ensure I have a straightforward path aswell as having a designated early talent manager who is always available for support.

I received plenty of support. While working through the exams I had chance at regular intervals to speak to technical tutors with experience in the field I was learning. These tutors had a high level of knowledge and were able to pass this to me effectively. Also I had regular communication with a learning coach who would ensure I was on track and was receiving any support I may have needed.. this included having a plethora of useful resources available

The skills I’ve learned through my qualification has allowed me to create for effective and deeper reports that answer any questions stakeholders have or may have in the future. By devilling my skills in regards to coding I can now utilise a range of systems to ensure the querying I perform is to the highest standard possible

A lot of social activists are available as an apprentice particularly at the beginning of the course. For a period of time you will work closely with any new apprentices and placement students doing things separate from your usual role. This helps massively with creating long lasting relationships with people that are going through the same process that you might not normally come into contact with in work

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It’s a business that cares a lot about the staff and supports them in anyway they can. Whether this be through looking for further development opportunities or just listening to staff members suggestions you feel that you can have an impact on the way the business is run while also having a great place to develop your skills, knowledge and experience.

Make use of any resources available to you and take any opportunity. This may be talking to the people like the workplace mentor or something like spending a day in a different part of the business to get a better idea of how that function works. Also if you can think of any ways things can be done differently don’t be afraid to speak up as the culture in the business is definitely one of growing together and making useful changes where possible