Government Relations Apprentice Review
at Bloomberg
Higher Level Apprenticeship
PR and Communications
London
Review Submitted: May 2024
Overall Rating
5 /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
5/5
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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 the Government Relations apprentice and I support my team in building long lasting relationships with political stakeholders. I also support with our convening strategy.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
My programme is extremely interesting. There is a learning opportunity every day, and I really enjoy the day-to-day tasks I do. The community at Bloomberg is great.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
Communication, multi-tasking, time management, adaptability, organisation
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
Very well structured - I work four days a week and allocate one day to my education with the Press Association.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
A lot of support! My team (and wider organisation) have been great in training me and learn the skills needed to succeed in the company.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
A lot of support. We meet regularly to address questions and learn new content.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
Very well - it's great to put to practice what I'm learning.
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
Many networking and volunteering events.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Bloomberg to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Bloomberg has a great community and provides employees with many learning and growth opportunities.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Bloomberg?
It's important to show how you would fit in well in the company culture, and to demonstrate knowledge of the company.
