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Unilever

Data Analyst Apprentice Review

at Unilever

Higher Level Apprenticeship

Data Analysis

Kingston upon Thames

Review Submitted: February 2025

Overall Rating

3.8 /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 - Overview of Role
3/5 - Skills Development
3.6/5 - 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
supporting other departments make data driven decisions by creating interactive tools connected to live data. Creating reports and dashboards in Power BI
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
I enjoy learning new things, however they are not always directly applicable to what I am doing in my job.

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
3/5
Yes. Skills in data cleaning, excel, power BI, data systems, SQL.

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
1 module per month. module roadmap given early on in course. Coursework/assignments due regularly throughout the course, usually at end of module.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
line manager and department very flexible with work and study, allow one full study day a week of protected time for working on apprenticeship. Lenient with me if I am behind or have a lot of study work to catch up on.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
3/5
4 live virtual workshop sessions per module (with whole cohort), as well as monthly calls with a group coach. Option to book 1-to-1 tutoring sessions with coach if struggling
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
allows me to work with power bi software, and feel more comfortable dealing with data and projects involving data.
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
3/5
There are some sports teams such as football or padel. You can be a part of development teams which are extra and separate to your day job. Occasionally will be wider professional events that allow networking

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend Unilever to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Good environmentally conscious company, nice work environment, good culture of people
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Unilever?
do research and familiarise yourself with the company's brands and structure
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