Investment ops Review
at abrdn
School Leaver Programme
Finance
Cannon Street Station, London EC4N 6AF, UK
Review Submitted: April 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!
5/5
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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:
5/5
My role involves dealing with investments every day and checking over them, not only that i also work closely with fund managers if this is setting up a new share class or even setting up a rebate.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I really enjoy my programme and do not regret doing at all.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
My Excel skills have improved dramatically as well as my team working skills, as lot of my work is done within a team.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
Very well organised, i am very fortunate to have such a great team who help me progress
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
My team and many others are always willing to give 30 minutes of their day to me to help me understand something
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
2/5
Not as much as i would of thought, as i am doing the IOC exam it seems that it is very much up to the empolyee to get set up and get it done
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
The IOC helps give me a better understanding of asset managerment.
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
Yes, so many idfferent groups to choose from and to get involved with.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend abrdn to a friend?
Yes
Why?
They are super friendly and always want to help you become the best you can be.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to abrdn?
Be friendly and always listen.
