Finance Apprentice Review
at AstraZeneca
Higher Level Apprenticeship
Finance
Cambridge
Review Submitted: February 2023
Overall Rating
3.9 /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
3.4/5
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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
There are two rotations within my apprenticeship. I am currently based in Intercompany team, leading my own project to add improvements to a system. Last year I worked in the Order to cash team, working in credit risk, collections cash and banking and sales order and billing.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
I’ve developed many skills such as my soft skills (communication, presentation, teamwork, analysis and many more). I’ve also developed my knowledge within the different areas of finance.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
3/5
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
2/5
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
3/5
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend AstraZeneca to a friend?
Yes
Why?
It’s a great place to work, so many opportunities for you to develop your career and all colleagues are so kind and supportive.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to AstraZeneca?
Be yourself, show off your achievements and adhere to AZ’s values and behaviours.
