Commercial Banking Degree Apprentice Review

Item: Commercial Banking Degree Apprentice at HSBC
Rating: 5
Author: Anonymous

at HSBC

Degree Apprenticeship

Finance

Leicester

Review Submitted: May 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 - Overview of Role

5/5 - Skills Development

5/5 - 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

My daily tasks involve engaging with different business Segments, Product and Functional teams to ensure alignment to our digital products and offerings.
I have the opportunity to meet stakeholders at all levels including outside of my own department and currently I have a deliverable project that in Digital that I'm working with external vendors to deliver on time.

To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

5/5

I thoroughly enjoy the programme I'm on. The work is challenging and develops my skills, the team are brilliant to work with a supportive and the overall company culture is one where I feel incredibly supported. I can honestly say everyday I look forward to working here.

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

5/5

The key new skills I've developed are: Project Management, Stakeholder Management, Planning.
Whilst doing this I've been able to really develop softer skills such as: Presentation skills, communication and critical thinking.

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?

5/5

On the first day I joined the programme I was given the programme plan for the next 4 years. This included all my degree workshops, monthly manager catch ups, additional training courses. It is exceptionally well organised and that structure is followed and adhered to.

How much support do you receive from your employer?

5/5

The support is brilliant. Every manager I've had genuinely cares about my and my development, I'm confident in how to access support if I need it or if I had a problem. The overall attitude is 'how can we help you be the best you' which is great.

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

5/5

My training provider has catch up calls and quarterly reviews which really support me in drawing out my experience and what I've done and linking that towards my qualification. I enjoy my calls with my talent coach she's always extremely positive and has helped me develop.

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

5/5

My qualification has really helped me in my day to day role and just my understanding of how the industry operates as a whole. Studying the theoretical side is very rewarding but seeing it in real time at work really validates what you've learned.

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

My company has social events on a regular basis, from virtual pub quizzes, to escape rooms, speed networking, guest speaker events, volunteering opportunities. There is so much to get involved in.

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend HSBC to a friend?

Yes

Why?

HSBC is committed to developing you and providing opportunities to support your career growth. In addition, HSBC genuinely cares about you bringing yourself to work and provides an incredible amount of support and time for your own mental well-being.

What tips or advice would you give to others applying to HSBC?

Be yourself and and understand what your strengths and limitations are. One of the most powerful skills a person can have is self-awareness. A commitment to self improvement is something that will help you stand out.

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