Finance Graduate Review

by Virgin Media O2

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

9/10

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

I prepare reports that reflects the monthly pay and go revenue and costs related to other products and services. I also prepare pricing reports for our products. I also liaise with auditors to provide samples of transactions and postings.

9/10

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

I have learnt a lot of analytical skills, communication skills and presentation skills. My technical knowledge and business acumen has improved.

8/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I very much enjoy the programme as i feel like I am learning something new every day, the company provides us with very good training for technical and soft skills. The teams and structure of the programme is well managed that there is a lot of learning and growth opportunities.

10/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

Very well.

7/10

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

My employer is very supportive whether its about learning the job, learning for my exams, developing new skills etc.

10/10

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

10/10

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

My studies towards CIMA is very relevant to my role as I learn a lot of financial accounting which helps with the reporting of the finance but the management side of CIMA really helps with leadership skills, ways to manage organizations and overall decision making skills.

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.)

yes, there are many social activities to get involved in. there are many social events and network groups

8/10

9a. Would you recommend Virgin Media O2 to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

Because I've really enjoyed my time here so far.

10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Virgin Media O2?

I think you have to be yourself and don't stress about being judged. Its a very friendly environment and you will have a lot of opportunities you can make the most out of.