Luxury Wine Apprentice Review
at Christie's
Level 3 Apprenticeship
Business Operations
London, UK
Review Submitted: March 2023
Overall Rating
4.9 /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!
5/5
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Overview of Role
5/5
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Skills Development
4.6/5
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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 am sale coordinator apprentice with in the wine department. I help to generate contracts, list stock, telephone bid, prepare for our sales and carry out post sale tasks, I am also a client liaison. Essentially I oversee each sale we hold in the wine department and keep track of all stock information and consignment information.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I thoroughly enjoy my programme and am glad I chose this option over going to university as I have been exposed to many amazing opportunities that would not be on offer to me anywhere else. I have made some amazing friends who are like minded people and feel proud to be a Christie's employee.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
I have learnt many new skills. Such as navigating excel with confidence. Using contract express to generate contracts for our cosigners and then proceeding to DocuSign these contracts out to our clients. Furthermore, I have also built confidence in the workplace - an invaluable skill to have. Lastly, I have proudly completed my telephone bidding training.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
My programme is very well organised. I definitely feel well supported by my manger and my team. I am given enough time to also complete my multiverse work so I never feel behind.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
I receive immense support from my employer, my manager is supportive and understanding in all aspects of working life. Training is available to all employees which help me excel in my role and support my team.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
I receive support from my training provider with my assignments and feel that I am always capable of reaching out to them with questions when I need help or guidance.
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 widened my understanding of excel which has helped me evolve in my position at Christie's.
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 many committees and social at Christie's. My favorite 'social' are the Christie's Lates events which truly are not one to miss. The recruitment team also organise many apprentice socials which are always fun.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Christie's to a friend?
Yes
Why?
| would recommend Christie's as it is a delightful place to work at. My fellow employees are supportive and friendly, I also think the business is diverse and welcome all.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Christie's?
To show your interest in art and be a team player!
