Marketing communications apprentice Review

by Balfour Beatty

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

7.2/10

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

My day to day activities include fixing broken links, improving our meta data, posting on social media, building web pages and managing the marketing email inbox.

8/10

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

I have learnt so much in this role. I now have good knowledge and experience in using google analytics, umbraco, wordpress and so many other platforms.

7/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I enjoy my apprenticeship however, there are times where I get overwhelmed working in such a fast paced environment.

5/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

Very well actually. I have one day off in the working week to do my course work. My training provider is supportive.

6/10

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

My line manager is very helpful.

8/10

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

I have many meetings set up for regular check ins with my support team from my training provider.

8/10

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

It provides me with the knowledge I need to excel in my role

8/10

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.)

Professional networking events and volunteering would be nice.

8/10

9a. Would you recommend Balfour Beatty to a friend?

9b. Why?

I believe the benefits are not too relevant to a younger audience. Also, working in such a large company has both benefits and disadvantages but the biggest disadvantage would be the stress that comes with the endless work pile.

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

It is a good place to work where you will feel welcome.