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Softcat

specialist sales support Review

at Softcat

Level 3 Apprenticeship

Sales

London

Review Submitted: April 2024

Overall Rating

3.7 /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 - Overview of Role
3/5 - Skills Development
3.4/5 - Structure and Support

Overview of Role

Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
3/5
I support the specialist Network and Security and the Datacentre team to submit deal registrations and create quotes so that i can send them back to the customers.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
3/5
I feel very satsified with the programme as i am developing a breadth of knowledge and skills essential in the workspace.

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
3/5
Organisation, team building and networking skills.

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
very well organised. I have set days for work and my apprenticeship as well as off the job education training.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
3/5
Quite alot as i can gain alot of knowledge from them aswell.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
3/5
We have frequent 1-1 and LAR calls to check up on my work and catch up on any updates and my wellbeing. If i have any questions, my mentor is open to discussing extra information and details with me.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
3/5
Gives me more insight about technology and sales which is essential for my role at softcat.
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 have alot of team night outs and charity events held by colleagues like walks and runs as well as end of quarter events.

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend Softcat to a friend?
Yes
Why?
highlights its culture and is a very fun and open place to work at.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Softcat?
Be open about yourself and enjoy dont be shy, Softcat is a very fun environment that you can enjoy.
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