Project Assistant (Consultancy) Review

by Mace

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

8.8/10

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

My role is an apprentice project manager and day to day at the moment is managing a small section of a project, shadowing project managers & taking part in different responsibilities of a project manager

10/10

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

I have been at Mace for nearly 5 months and I have learnt a lot and developed many skills such as team working, leadership etc. This is from day to day work and the training sessions that Mace enroll apprentices in.

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I am really enjoying the programme and it was great to join with a large cohort of other apprentices too as everyone was in the same boat when starting.

9/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

Sometimes training days can feel very long as there's multiple training sessions in one day, however uni work is sturctured clearly so you know what you need to do and the training sessions teach valuable skills.

8/10

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

A lot of support, manager is always available to answer questions

8/10

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

University is online so sometimes it may feel like there is no support, however there are regular check ins with someone form the university and module tutors are always happy to answer questions and they respond relatively quickly.

8/10

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

Helps me understand the context of whats happening day to day at work.

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.)

Networking events always arranged, social activities occur regularly and sports teams occasionally are.

8/10

9a. Would you recommend Mace to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

Very supportive

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

Show you understand what Mace is looking for in the job that you applied for and how you can demonstrate the skills they're looking for. Also be up to date on Mace's values.