Commercial Asistant Review

by Mace

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

7.8/10

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

Supporting the commercial and project manager on my projects my providing commercial assistance in the form of reviewing payment applications, supporting the month end invoicing , collecting TAS allocation sheets and completing financial workbook on excel to monitor costs

7/10

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

Yes, my excel proficiency, professional presentation skills, commercial due diligence techniques, Contract knowledge and administration skills, Health and safety awareness

7/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I really enjoy the programme, happy with the tasks i have experienced so far and the interactions I have between mace and client staff. Mace are involved with a wide range of projects and I would prefer if their was an easier route to try and transition and experience different sectors while on the scheme

7/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

I believe the structure of the programme is clear and organised so I am aware of what training and modules need to be completed and for when. I think is is not as clearly structured in terms of understanding internal progression within Mace

8/10

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

so far i have received all the support i need from my employer

8/10

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

so far i have received enough support from my training provider to succeed in my training to this point and I am confident in where i can go if i need further support from them

8/10

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

I believe so far it has helped me increase my broader knowledge within the industry and understand the professional environment I am in and so basic technical competencies which can support me however the more technical knowledge needed to perform better within my role have not yet been studied

8/10

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 their are many social activities, charity events, volunteering and networking sessions i can get involved with

9/10

9a. Would you recommend Mace to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

I believe they are an employer who cares about their staffs health and well being while also providing a a structure for career development and progression through the project opportunities and roles they have available. The broad diversity of experience within mace also makes it a great environment to learn and be mentored for the future

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

be curious and committed to succeed and Mace have the ability to offer great opportunities and experiences not easily accessed in the industry