Graduate Analyst Review

by WTW

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

10/10

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

As a graduate at WTW, I sit in the International Casualty team where I am training as a broker. I engage with the London Markets to get the best terms and conditions for our clients insurance coverage. I also am on the GDP where I have to take the ACII.

10/10

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

I would say I have developed communication skills as I have to speak and email people everyday. I have also developed my attention to detail from reading high-level policies. I would say my excel skills have also had to adapt as this is something I use on a day-to-day basis.

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I am really enjoying my experience at WTW. I feel as though I am learning a lot about the business as I have sat in two different seats due to the rotational nature of the graduate scheme. I am also learning a lot about the insurance placing process.

10/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

My programme is structured very well as I get to sit in two different teams as this is a rotational programme. I also have to do the ACII qualification which has helped me to develop my knowledge about the insurance sector.

10/10

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

If I ever have a queries about the GDP, I will contact the HR representatives who run our graduate scheme and they always make a big effort to help solve these problems for me.

10/10

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

We do get support from our training provider. BPP provide lectures for us on the topics. We all have a skills coach who I speak to regularly and can ask if I have any issues.

10/10

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

Since I have started studying for the ACII, I feel as though I have learnt a lot about the insurance industry and it has provided a great base of knowledge.

10/10

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.)

At WTW, I am involved in the I&D network. I am also involved in the CSR Network and help set up regular events with them. I also play netball for WTW where I have been able to meet other London insurers as well as WTW colleagues.

10/10

9a. Would you recommend WTW to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

WTW is a great employer and they truly care about their employees. Their values are embedded into their work. They are an international company with lots of opportunity.

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

I would recommend that people do their research into WTW and their history. It is key to have an idea of what is going on in the market. I think that you should ensure that your interest in the company comes through.