Product Marketing Manager Apprentice Review
at Sage (UK) Ltd
Degree Apprenticeship
Marketing
Newcastle upon Tyne
Review Submitted: May 2022
Overall Rating
4.5 /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!
4.5/5
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Overview of Role
4/5
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Skills Development
4/5
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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
Assisting in leading on all go to markets for my product, being able to use market data and internal data to inform planning; developing a robust business case in support of marketing campaigns and projects; presenting information to influence, negotiate and persuade at a senior level, having a business understanding & commercial awareness; leading on value added propositions, being able to evaluate and justify marketing activity ROI, using metrics to drive continuous improvements, being able to assess potential business impact and risks.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
My experience has been great so far, not only by my provider but I'm incredibly fortunate to work alongside such experienced and supportive colleagues. They have welcomed me into the team and really made me feel supported and equal. They are incredibly encouraging and responsive when it comes to anything I need, I couldn't ask for more. They have really helped aid my growth. My manager is the same, nothing is ever too much, she is really engaged in my journey and helpful, she allows me to have the perfect amount of autonomy but also is always there if I need her. I really enjoy my role.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
I've developed new skills as well as being supported by my manager and skills coach to utilise and develop existing skills
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
My programme is incredibly structured, JGA have been brilliant. From the minute go everything was laid out, detailed and understandable. Support had been excellent, I met about 6 people in my first few weeks all of which couldn't wait to support me. I know all of my up and coming seminars, as well as detailed support through monthly skills coach meetings. All tasks and information are meticulously recorded on one file, I am never left wondering what to do or where things are. Anything new we had training on, for instance one file to support. We had an incredibly detailed induction too, completely laying out all expectations for the course and a chance for any questions to help us understand anything we didn't. All in all a great experience so far.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
3/5
As stated, I'm incredibly fortunate to work alongside such experienced and supportive colleagues. They have welcomed me into the team and really made me feel supported and equal. They are incredibly encouraging and responsive when it comes to anything I need, I couldn't ask for more. They have really helped aid my growth. My manager is the same, nothing is ever too much, she is really engaged in my journey and helpful, she allows me to have the perfect amount of autonomy but also is always there if I need her. HR support wasn't great to start, was difficult to get support and gain rapport but I gave feedback and it was quickly rectified.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
My programme is incredibly structured, JGA have been brilliant. From the minute go everything was laid out, detailed and understandable. Support had been excellent, I met about 6 people in my first few weeks all of which couldn't wait to support me. I know all of my up and coming seminars, as well as detailed support through monthly skills coach meetings. All tasks and information are meticulously recorded on one file, I am never left wondering what to do or where things are. Anything new we had training on, for instance one file to support. We had an incredibly detailed induction too, completely laying out all expectations for the course and a chance for any questions to help us understand anything we didn't. All in all a great experience so far.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
My training provider has a direct impact on how well I perform, I am learning daily new techniques, new skills and new ways to be better. Without the KSB's I am gaining from my provider I wouldn't be the working professional I currently am.
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
There are an innumerable amount of activities constantly on going to be involved in, it's one of the things I love the most about Sage. Sage Foundation is one of the biggest, giving all employees 5 days a year to take themselves away from work and give back to a charity or organisation of your choice. I also like to get involved in lots for Early Careers like Careers fairs and insight days and also with the internal continuous innovation team.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Sage (UK) Ltd to a friend?
Yes
Why?
The company is fantastic. It's innovation, customer and colleague centricity is paramount, the support is unrivalled, the learning capabilities are second to none. Couldn't recommend Sage more.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Sage (UK) Ltd?
Just be yourself - the Talent Acquisition team will make you feel so at ease and comfortable you'll forget you're interviewing. Make sure you're prepared for the interview and if you're unsure it helps to follow the SMART principles when answering. There are no stupid questions, the assessment is just as important for you so please make sure you ask anything you're unsure of. Most importantly, have fun everyone is incredibly friendly - enjoy yourself!
