Business Administrator Review
at The Co-op
Level 3 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
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Overview of Role
5/5
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Skills Development
4.2/5
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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:
4/5
My role is a Business Administrator in the Co-op People and Services Tower. I work closely with the Chief People Officer and leadership team to ensure they're supported by helping with social media, comms and other admin tasks.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
I really enjoy my programme. There is a lot of reading so sometimes it can take a while for me to process and remember all of the information. It would be good to see some more quizzes, videos etc.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
I have learnt a lot more around business structure and got a wider understanding of Co-op.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
The programme is good however there are a few mixed messages from my coach and tutor around who to speak to/ where to get certain information.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
My employer is really supportive and I am able to take my apprenticeship hours whenever suit me.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
I have calls most weeks with my tutor and classmates to discuss topics we have been learning. I also have a call once a month with my coach to check in and see how I am progressing.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
My learning has really helps in my role, I am more confident when speaking about HR generally aswell as how our organisation works.
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
4/5
There are quite a lot of networking events, currently online aswell as colleague networks e.g. a women's network, disability network etc.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend The Co-op to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Co-op is really supportive and are encouraging colleagues to progress.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to The Co-op?
Make sure your values align before applying at Co-op. And be prepared for lots of change.
Undergraduate Ethics, Sustainability, and Food Policy Coordinator
at The Co-op
- Placement (10 Months+)
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4.7
