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Royal Mail Group

finance apprentice Review

at Royal Mail Group

Level 3 Apprenticeship

Accounting, Finance

Bolton, Greater Manchester

Review Submitted: April 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 - Overview of Role
3/5 - Skills Development
3.8/5 - 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
On a day to day I am expected to ensure that letters are sent out to customer informing them if their tarrifs have gone up.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
3/5
I think the programme is okay but hoped to be doing things more accounting related.

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
3/5
I think my communication skills have improved I find it easier to make conversation with my colleagues I think this has also developed my confidence. my time management has improved also as I plan my day as soon as I get in to the office/start work.

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
3/5
I think the structure is good I will spend 6 months on each team to get a full experience of all the roles in the office.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
I receive good support from my employer
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
I get all the resources I need which helps me with my studies
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
3/5
I think my qualification is a stepping stone to further my career in accounting and finance.
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
4/5
I have been to a couple apprentice networking events and I have also been involved in a charity event for my workplace

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend Royal Mail Group to a friend?
Yes
Why?
I think its a decent stepping stone that can help you go on to further your career in accounting and finance
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Royal Mail Group?
very welcoming teams that will help you if you need any advice
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