UX Designer Review
at AJ Bell
Degree Apprenticeship
Graphic Design
Salford
Review Submitted: April 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
4.8/5
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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 responsible for the design of internal systems with the company. I host workshops and do designs.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I love my programme and have found it so helpful in developing myself personally and at work.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
Yes, I’ve become a lot more confident with my presentation skills and also my professional skills of designing on Figma have improved.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
I am in the first year of the apprenticeship so it can be difficult at times, but overall it is organised.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
I get a lot of support from my employer and have my own mentor at work.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
I receive a lot of support from MMU as I have a skills coach and access to support systems.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
It definitely helps me in my role and I’m able to apply what I learn at uni to my work projects.
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, I get involved a lot. I am co chair of the MMU apprenticeship society.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend AJ Bell to a friend?
Yes
Why?
They look after there staff and pay well.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to AJ Bell?
Research the company before applying.
