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First Response Finance Limited

Digital Marketer Review

at First Response Finance Limited

Degree Apprenticeship

Digital Marketing

Nottingham, UK

Review Submitted: March 2025

Overall Rating

4.4 /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 - Overview of Role
3/5 - Skills Development
4.4/5 - Structure and Support

Overview of Role

Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
4/5
As a digital marketer my job responsibilities consists of looking after reviews and social media platforms, e.g. Instagram and Tik tok.
Elise with dealerships and work alongside our sales team to get a better insight to the system.
Lastly I shadow PR structures to understand that side of marketing.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
I enjoy my programme a lot, even though the life balance is difficult to manage sometimes, the personal and professional development is clearly shown and I am given multiple opportunities to represent my skills and knowledge and even passion for the industry.

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
3/5
Yes, how to use many different software platforms, Illustrator, photoshop and meta business suit. Being able to develop my photography and graphic skills has been a bonus.

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
3/5
To a good standard, I know when I attend University or my study days etc. Working hours are very flexible to can support me with my degree where necessary. However, I am limited to when I can take my 6 hours to focus on University every week due to only having certain tasks allowed within this period.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
I receive a healthy amount of support, they have given me or will provide me with any resources I may need and are very understandable when I feel overwhelmed.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
Even more so than needed, I have a academic mentor within work and at the University with clear contact details.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
I am able to learn basic knowledge and how to navigate a business at University and put that into my job role.
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 have visited many different colleges/sixth forms for open days, Brighton SEO, Team days out to Alton Towers and Chocolate workshops.

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend First Response Finance Limited to a friend?
Yes
Why?
They bring so many opportunities to have better connections with the working world and help me develop my confidence and any other personal issues I may have suffered with before joining the business.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to First Response Finance Limited?
Make sure your course at University or college aligns with similar tasks you do at work.
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