Insurance Professional Apprentice Review
at WTW
Higher Level Apprenticeship
Insurance and Risk Management
London
Review Submitted: May 2022
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
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Overview of Role
5/5
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Skills Development
5/5
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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
Insurance Broking - Arranging insurance cover for a client, billing and amending existing policies, drafting wordings and repayment schedules for new deals.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I find the programme very enjoyable, the day to day tasks are varied and interesting, the team and company culture is very welcoming and motivating and you have the opportunity to meet and socialise with a wide range of people in the industry.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
How to negotiate between a client and an insurer, how to draft a policy and repayment schedule, excel skills and how to use systems such as Eclipse and DMS.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
It is very well structured, there is a clear study schedule which fits around your work, my progression of task responsibility has been carefully considered and well structured and the programme provider provides a helpful support team and regular progression review sessions
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
I receive a great amount of support from my employer, they are always flexible with my study time and never overload me with work when I need to study
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
I have regular tutor sessions to help my study of the content of the qualifications, as well as regular progression review sessions in which the right level of support for my study of my qualifications will be determined
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
It gives me a greater understanding of the industry
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
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend WTW to a friend?
Yes
Why?
It is an enjoyable place to work, with an enthusiastic work culture. The day to day tasks are varied and interesting and they are also very supportive of you working towards qualifications.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to WTW?
Ensure that you appeal to the company's values, that you have strong communication skills and can communicate with a wide range of people. Carry out detailed research of the company before your interview.
