Digital Business Accelerator Review
at Unilever
Level 3 Apprenticeship
Business Operations
Leatherhead
Review Submitted: February 2023
Overall Rating
4.3 /5
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5/5
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Overview of Role
5/5
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Skills Development
3.6/5
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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
I work in the customer development function with the shopper marketing team. I support my team by raising purchase orders to ensure vendors are paid on time for the campaigns they create for us. In my spare time, i learn about the visibility campaigns my team create so i'm able to independently carry out a shopper campaign from start to finish.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I love what i do because of the people i'm surrounded with. When i go to the office or log on and speak to people, it doesn't feel like i'm working because of the friendliness and kindness i'm surrounded with. The people i work with care for me and go above and beyond to make sure i'm okay and am receiving the best training possible.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
Something i have massively improved in is my confidence and communication skills. I receive so much support from my manager and team to go out of my comfort zone and network with other employees around the company-something i would never do. I am doing a data apprenticeship so i'm slowly building on my excel skills also.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
My programme is structured well. I work 4 days a week, with one day being my study day. In that time, i can complete my assignments and attend up-skilling workshops. Every month, my multiverse coach will do a 3 hour learning session so we have the content and knowledge we need to complete our assignments.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
3/5
I receive a good amount of support. They send us regular emails with updates and a representative will call us once a month to check in, ensure we are on the correct learning path, and check if we have any issues or need further support. They respond efficiently if we have any queries/issues.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
My coach from my training provider will do 3 hour sessions with us once a month to cover content and ensure we have the correct knowledge we need to complete assignments. My coach schedules monthly 1-1 meetings so he can give me feedback on my assignment and performance. My coach also schedules meetings once every 2 months with my manager and I to ensure i'm working towards my qualifications well and address any concerns we have.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
3/5
My apprenticeship is predominantly data-based however, my role doesn't involve much data as i work for the marketing team. Nonetheless, i'm still learning skills which will always come useful in my career as i progress after completing my apprenticeship. Although, i have learnt general content about businesses which has widened my perspective and understanding of Unilever and how they operate.
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
We are always updated with events that are happening through internal communications. There are always events or activities happening at the office which we can get involved in. Additionally, my training provider (Multiverse) has an events hub where we can access all the latest activities that are happening and register if we're interested (e.g restaurant meals, social drinks, games nights etc).
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Unilever to a friend?
Yes
Why?
I believe Unilever is a place with an outstanding work culture. While they're is a hierarchy, you are not looked down upon but as an equal/friend. They value equality and diversity. Everyone is friendly and kind and only wish good upon you, they are all there to support you to ensure you get the most out of working there- professionally and personally. All the employees are extrememly talented and have so much to offer, it's a great place to learn from and build your career.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Unilever?
Be yourself. Everyone always says this but Unilever values personality and enthusiasm. Show that you really want to be there and prove to them that you want to learn and grow and take away as much as you can from the experience. They don't expect you to come with knowledge and a great education background- all they want to see is your passion to learn.
