People & Culture Review
at Auto Trader
Higher Level Apprenticeship
Business Operations
Manchester
Review Submitted: March 2022
Overall Rating
4.6 /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!
4.5/5
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Overview of Role
4/5
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Skills Development
4.6/5
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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
Working with people at the start or their career or new career, and helping them develop through their Early Careers programmes at Auto Trader. Also working with the community to promote opportunities and with the business to create opportunities
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
I enjoy learning news skills and putting them into place in role. I love meeting new people from other organisations on the programme and learning from them and how they apply their skills into their businesses. Being one of the first to undertake this apprentice there has been some clunky moments along the way but quickly resolved
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
Since starting my apprenticeship have gained many new skills and developed existing skills. I've learnt more about myself, and how I can best support others, whilst polishing up on my revision techniques
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
We were equipped with a thorough ILA at the beginning of the programme and attended an induction session. As its quite a new apprenticeship there has been some changes (for the better) as we've progressed through the apprenticeship, but being one of the first it was to be expected
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
Lots. To support development we had access to additional materials, learning time and time as a group to get together, support each other and talk through the topics. We're also supported with finding the relevant work to be able to evidence our development
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
We're matched with a coach mentor very early on in the apprenticeship who supports your learning and development. I also sought support from learner support who put in place some adjustments for me as I have dyslexia. There's lots of online resources and sessions are recorded so you can catchup
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
Massively. Coaching is a big part of my role and being able to invest in the skills and gain a qualification that confirms my skills level helps me feel confident in my coaching. During the Apprenticeship, I've been able to explore different techniques, models and develop a strong understanding of the theory
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
So, so many. I've been able to support our Disability and Neurodiversity network, and there are so many more for people to explore from sports and socials, meetup events that we host onsite and sponsor. I've also had the opportunity to become a STEM Amabassador and volunteer
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Auto Trader to a friend?
Yes
Why?
There are so many opportunities and great people to work with and learn from. The business cares about investing in Early Careers opportunities, not just for people leaving education, but for career changes, returners and reskillers too
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Auto Trader?
Do your research, take a look at the careers site and learn about what it is like to work for Auto Trader. This will help you know if Auto Trader is for you and will also help you prep for you application.
