PPF Pension Administrator Review

by Barnett Waddingham

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

8.6/10

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

As a PPF pension administrator, I mostly deal with day to day tasks, such as retirement quotes, death quotes, and change of member's details.

9/10

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

I have been able to develop my communication skills, as I have been on helplines for members. I have learnt how to format letters and emails correctly in order to keep client satisfaction.

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I have really enjoyed this opportunity at BW, the only thing I would prefer is a heavier workload

10/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

Brilliantly organised - really enjoy the apprentice days in the other offices

10/10

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

The support I get at BW is incredible, every person I have met has been so welcoming

10/10

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

For the first few months I didnt receive any support from The Growth Company, it took 4 months for me to be introduced to my skills coach, but since then it has improved a lot

4/10

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

It has helped me to become more thorough, which has helped me ensure that I make less mistakes in my tasks

6/10

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.)

Yes there is, and they are brilliant

10/10

9a. Would you recommend Barnett Waddingham to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

BW has been so welcoming to me, and are brilliant and understanding, They are very patient and they understand when someone is new they are prone to making errors, they also believe that mistakes happen which helps. Anyone would be lucky to work here

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

Go for it - even just the assessment day is a brilliant experience that can help you develop