Global Market Apprentice Review

by UBS

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

3.6/10

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

I am an apprentice in the Global Markets division. I typically start work at 06:30/07:00 and finish at 17:00. No day looks the same!

4/10

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

I am constantly learning and being presented with new challenges.

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

As much as I have learnt a lot, balancing a degree, working long hours, completing the CFA L1 and a level 6 apprenticeship is impossible. There is a severe lack of communication across the various stakeholders and I am constantly battling with inconsistent information. Simple questions can never be answered because no one knows who is responsible for running the programme!

1/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

1/10

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

The support is poor. Issues are rarely addressed and you are left chasing for answers.

1/10

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

2/10

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

5/10

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.)

5/10

9a. Would you recommend UBS to a friend?

9b. Why?

The apprenticeship programme is a great opportunity on paper and but currently lacks structure and sufficient support. There is a severe lack of communication between line managers, business sponsors and HR. The programme lacks consistency and feedback has never been acted upon (based on my experience). Whilst it’s a great opportunity to learn, it certain isn’t a way of getting ahead - you’re best off joining as a graduate for countless reasons!

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

N/A