Product Specialist Review
at First Response Finance Limited
Higher Level Apprenticeship
Project Management
Nottingham
Review Submitted: April 2025
Overall Rating
3.6 /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!
3.5/5
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Overview of Role
3/5
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Skills Development
3.6/5
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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:
4/5
Similar to a product owner. Working between operations and IT development team prioritising development.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
3/5
Yes it has been positive so far. Some of the models I don't think I would use very often but the awareness is valuable.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
3/5
Understood how to gather and write requirements. Understanding development approaches. Learned how to use pestle/ SWOT to look at different aspects of a project.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
Yea it is organised well in advance. I know the dates and BUD system is good.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
I have support should I need it. I get given the autonomy to take the time out when I need it.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
Regular catch-ups and can message if I need them.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
3/5
Hard to say full as I am still in mid swing.
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
Yea but not related to being an apprentice.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend First Response Finance Limited to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Value driven company which cares about it's employees.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to First Response Finance Limited?
Be yourself and do your research on the company
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