Junior Data Analyst Apprentice Review

by M&G

Rating

10/10

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

I get different tasks regularly, so I do not have a day to day. However, the tasks I am given are usually Excel validation work, debugging and testing, SQL related tasks or coding.

10/10

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

All my skills I have learnt are new. Eg. SQL, Excel VBA, PowerBi etc. The only skills that were developed was my SQL skill and my Excel knowledge.

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I really enjoy my programme as I like the feeling of accomplishment having finished a difficult piece of work. Additionally, learning new skills and applying it practically gives me a sense of development.

10/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

It is very well structured as the webinars feel chronologically thought out on our development. Eg. we have an Excel module before the PowerBI module as data cleansing occurs before presenting.

10/10

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

I receive lots of support from my colleagues. If I need help or need to disclose personal matters, it is very easy to do so.

10/10

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

I receive lots of support from my coach as he responds back to my queries in a timely manner.

10/10

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

Very well as there is new knowledge to be learnt through the webinars they provide, which translates to my work.

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.)

There are many different activities and clubs, ranging from sports to religion.

10/10

9a. Would you recommend M&G to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

They have allowed me to comfortably adapt in my new role without applying to much pressure. As a result, I have learnt so much both independently and through my peers, without feeling a looming sense tension.

10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to M&G?

Educate yourself in what your role would entail as this will make it easier for you to adapt. It will also make the workload more enjoyable as you won't feel defeated when given unfamiliar tasks.