Treasury Business Risk Manager Review
at UBS
Higher Level Apprenticeship
Finance
London
Review Submitted: April 2023
Overall Rating
4.6 /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!
3.5/5
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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:
4/5
Working within Treasury function of UBS and ensuring all business and operational risks are monitored and mitigated to ensure smooth running of the business.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
3/5
So far I have found it really engaging. It has gone very quickly, as it has already been over 5 months and I would say that I feel as if I have had an impact within my team. The roles I have performed to date have been useful to both internal and external stakeholders of the bank.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
I am learning various financial products which is not something I have any experience with as well as developing a greater understanding of how my own skills can be useful within the banking sector.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
It has been structured really well in certain areas, whilst allowing for a certain amount of flexibility in others.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
This, for me, has probably been the best part of the apprenticeship as a whole. I have various ports of call within my team and the department and any questions I have are dealt with. I regularly sit next to my line manager, which allows me to ask questions and tackle complex problems together.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
I have had lots of support so far, whether that be from tutors on the course or my talent coach whom I have regular meetings with.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
The AAT qualification was very useful to get a broad understanding of different areas of accounting whilst completing different placements. For example, the content covered in different exams has helped me to understand financial statements better and think about what the financial statements mean.
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
Yes, there are often socials to take part in as an apprentice as well as team drinks and various charity events. We have regular networking sessions to help us meet new people and expand our horizons.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend UBS to a friend?
Yes
Why?
I think the best thing about UBS is the amount of support they offer. I cannot stress enough how friendly of a work environment it has been so far and for a new starter into the working world I think it is an ideal employer.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to UBS?
Research the area you are applying to and make sure it is 100% what you want to do. Be prepared to manage your time well and demonstrate this as a skill in the interview process.
