Actuarial Technician Review
at WTW
Higher Level Apprenticeship
Actuary
London
Review Submitted: May 2024
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!
4/5
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Overview of Role
5/5
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Skills Development
4.4/5
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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
Data processing tasks for projects
Updating reports and helping with software or transforming projects
Updating reports and helping with software or transforming projects
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
3/5
I enjoy it very much. The work is lovely however the apprenticeship provider for the course releases the modules so slowly. I'd rather have access to them all in the beginning so I can work on them in my free time. In terms of the work and company though I am very happy where I am and with the people I work with
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
Yes I have learnt many skills from soft skills to using programming languages. I have become more proficient in using VBA and python and also my communication and professional skills have been improved.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
3/5
It's well structured and organised. However I personally would prefer to have access to the modules all at the same time so if I do finish early I can plan for the future. Especially as in most of the modules we need to produce evidence and its much easier to obtain that evidence the earlier we know what we need to be evidencing.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
My team is amazing and extremely supportive. Even the senior management make time to answer my questions if I have any. The culture is really great and training focused. I have really enjoyed my time here so far.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
My coach has been really patient and supportive and always asks if I have any questions about the work. She guides me through and has 6 weekly chats with me about my progress which I really appreciate.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
The technical and entry level knowledge that I have learnt from the course has aided in my understanding of the work I do.
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
Yeah, I have so far joined the Apprentice Ambassador program, the Netball team and will be playing in the Lloyds 7's Womens Rugby Match. I am also part of the early careers network and LGBT network and also the socials committee.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend WTW to a friend?
Yes
Why?
The atmosphere is so friendly and I really enjoy the support and level of work we get here. I also really love the societies and networks which I have been exposed to whilst working at WTW.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to WTW?
Be honest, be yourself and take on every opportunity and challenge that comes your way.
