NWM Apprentice Review
at NatWest Group
Higher Level Apprenticeship
Finance
City of London, London, UK
Review Submitted: April 2021
Overall Rating
5 /5
The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!
5/5
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Overview of Role
5/5
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Skills Development
5/5
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Structure and Support
Overview of Role
Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
5/5
I support the team across the full suite of markets products gaining exposure to people across Syndicate, Sales and Trading and the broader corporate bank. I get a lot of independence for pricing transactions and presenting my thoughts it's a great place to learn
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I love the endless opportunities to learn and take advantage of the experience of my colleagues across the bank
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
I've learned a variety of new skills learning how fixed income and interest rate derivative markets works across our full suite of products including bonds, private placements, swaps, caps and floors. As well as the technical skills I have also built on my communication skills and presenting skills
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
Extremely well structured, my line manager is really supportive of the programme and i have a dedicated coach at BPP
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
I receive lots of support - there is buy-in for the apprenticeships across all the key stakeholders in the organisation. I always feel comfortable to ask questions and get involved in projects
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
Lots of support, we have dedicated online resources and a training coach available
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
The CFA has helped to deepen my understanding across Fixed Income and Rates whilst also learn about new products that our desk doesn't normally touch including equities and alternative investments
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
5/5
There are a variety of social networking events to get involved in, the Analyst and Associate council for example helps provide learning events for juniors across the organisation
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend NatWest Group to a friend?
Yes
Why?
It's the best place to start your career - I've thoroughly enjoyed my time here and look forward to seeing what the future holds
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to NatWest Group?
Research what we do, what we stand for, who we serve and the products that we offer
