Employee Benefits Specialist Review
at RSA Group
Level 3 Apprenticeship
Insurance and Risk Management
London
Review Submitted: May 2021
Overall Rating
3.4 /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!
3/5
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Overview of Role
3/5
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Skills Development
3.2/5
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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:
3/5
Support day-to-day provision & operation of employee benefits by liaising with platform provider, benefit vendors and payroll.
Answering employee queries and communicating any policy or benefit changes through email and Yammer.
Answering employee queries and communicating any policy or benefit changes through email and Yammer.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
3/5
Hugely. It's great to be actively studying again and then applying that learning back into the business.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
3/5
My apprenticeship has only just begun however it has allowed me to give greater thought to the organisational structure and operating environment of the business.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
2/5
I struggled during the introduction stages with understanding what platform to use when and becoming familiar with the structure. It's all clicking into place now as the programme progresses.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
A great deal of support - practical support from peers, encouragement and training from my line manager and the freedom to undertake the learning due to the culture of personal development within the wider company.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
I have both a Learning Development Coach and a tutor. The tutor sessions are almost weekly and are a great accompaniment to the units of study.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
The qualification makes you pause and consider the why and not just the what. Having a wider understanding of the function directly impacts my success in my 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.)
2/5
Extra curricular activities are harder given the current Covid restrictions however there are webinars or lunch and learn events that I can join.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend RSA Group to a friend?
Yes
Why?
RSA Group has been a hugely supportive employer during the pandemic and has proven to be a thoughtful business, leading the way in culture both on paper and in practice.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to RSA Group?
Be authentic. Always be open, honest and professional. Be prepared to both give and take feedback. Keep listening. Openly express your professional ambitions - doors wont open unless you express an interest.
