Technology Analyst Review

by Barclays

Rating

9.8/10
  • 1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

    • PMO portfolio analyst involves dealing with stakeholders and handling programme level risks governance and finance ensuring all projects are on track to finish for the T0 end date in accordance to the plan. Reporting back to senior management on the programme's progress and what key issues need addressing/resolving.

    9/10
  • 2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

    • Governance, data management, stakeholder management, risk management and business analysis.

    10/10
  • 3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

    • I do enjoy it although I would like to delve into more technical side which isn't the focus in programme management.

    10/10
  • 4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

    • Very well structured for apprentices

    10/10
  • 5. How much support do you receive from your employer?

    • Good amount of support available from the apprentice HR team and early careers academy.

    10/10
  • 6. How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?

    • Supportive and helpful

    10/10
  • 7. How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?

    • Equips me with the skills to properly manage programmes and different stakeholders and the skills to communicate effectively in both written and verbally.

    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.)

    • Loads but I work from home most days so don't really attend

    10/10
  • 9a. Would you recommend Barclays to a friend?

    • Yes

  • 9b. Why?

    • Good environment, great opportunities freedom to explore what areas interest you.

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

    • Be passionate about technology and believe in yourself

Details

Higher Level Apprenticeship

Information Technology

Knutsford

March 2023

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