Financial Analyst Review
at American Express
Higher Level Apprenticeship
Finance
London
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
Provide financial analytics to support business decision making and planning insights.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I enjoy the programme as I am learning at the same time I am applying the skills I am developing
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
I have developed new skills regarding some of the contents of the course I am undertaking e.g. management accounting, while also improving existing ones such as analytical skills and problem solving.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
It is very well organised with online classes, online on demand content and online support
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
I am able to spend off the job hours doing training while also getting paid study leave before my exams.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
The support is great, on demand 24/7 and very friendly.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
It will help me perform better especially since my academic background is not completely related to my current role
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
The HR team organises a series of events, while the colleague team also makes an effort to organise social activities.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend American Express to a friend?
Yes
Why?
The people are very supportive, the culture is very engaging and friendly, there are a lot of opportunities to grow
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to American Express?
Be aware of the values of the company to evaluate if you would be a good fit
