Apprentice Data Analyst Review
at NatWest Group
Degree Apprenticeship
Finance
Edinburgh
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
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Overview of Role
4/5
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Skills Development
4.4/5
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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
Within my role I provide support to colleagues for business analytical and technical tasks. These can involve things like business outcome reviews or the creation of monthly analytical dashboards.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
I enjoy the programme I am on and the work I do. The programme is a good mix of interactive courses where I can engage with others but also independent work where I can go through workbooks at my own pace.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
I have developed a lot of skills within my role. My excel skills have come on considerably through my work with business outcome delivery. I have also developed technical skills such as SQL and Python coding. I have also developed my stakeholder engagement skills throughout my time in the team.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
My programme was well structured, it has a good mix of independent workbook and interactive learning classes.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
I receive a good amount of support from my employer, if I am ever in any need of help I know where to find it.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
I receive a good amount of help from my training provider, should I ever become stuck on a workbook or in a class, I know what to do.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
My training programme has helped my development within my role a lot. It has developed my technical skills which I have then been able to apply to my everyday role.
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 a number of different groups available to join outwith everyday roles at my work, these include things like book clubs, climate groups and many social meetings.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend NatWest Group to a friend?
Yes
Why?
I would recommend NatWest because they almost have the customer at heart and ensure every decision they make as a company benefits their customers.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to NatWest Group?
There are a huge number of opportunities within NatWest, this means great progression routes and career prospects. It is a great company to work for.
