Learning and Development Co-ordinator Review
at Balfour Beatty
Level 3 Apprenticeship
Human Resources
Newcastle upon Tyne
Review Submitted: April 2025
Overall Rating
4.6 /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!
5/5
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Overview of Role
5/5
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Skills Development
4.4/5
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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
My role involves the following:
Key responsibilities:
• Successful coordination of multiple development programmes simultaneously, managing timelines, resources, and stakeholder expectations, and consistently meeting SLAs with 100% accuracy;
• Overseeing departmental training budget of Enabling Functions, reporting on tracked expenditure, variances and improvement recommendations to senior management and business partners;
• Creating and maintaining detailed programme documentation, including timelines, budget forecasts and attendance records;
• Facilitating cross-functional collaboration with multiple stakeholders to guarantee accurate and prompt payments to education providers, streamlining the process for employees under Learning Agreements;
• Leading monthly stakeholder meetings to address workload, resolve issues and enhance process efficiency.
Key responsibilities:
• Successful coordination of multiple development programmes simultaneously, managing timelines, resources, and stakeholder expectations, and consistently meeting SLAs with 100% accuracy;
• Overseeing departmental training budget of Enabling Functions, reporting on tracked expenditure, variances and improvement recommendations to senior management and business partners;
• Creating and maintaining detailed programme documentation, including timelines, budget forecasts and attendance records;
• Facilitating cross-functional collaboration with multiple stakeholders to guarantee accurate and prompt payments to education providers, streamlining the process for employees under Learning Agreements;
• Leading monthly stakeholder meetings to address workload, resolve issues and enhance process efficiency.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
Balfour Beatty's apprenticeship programme has been fantastic for developing my networking skills and confidence in myself. They give us so many opportunities to learn and develop ourselves through so many courses. They spare no expense to try to ensure we take advantage of all the things they offer to us.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
I have learnt so much confidence in my abilities and below are just a few of what I've developed
Confident and competent working with data, financial reports and budgets to draw insights and make informed decisions;
Proven experience in ensuring data quality and accuracy through management of multiple programmes of training activity;
Successful management of stakeholder relationships at all levels both internally and externally, ensuring seamless execution and delivery;
Proven ability to learn quickly and contribute effectively within fast-paced dynamic teams.
Strong coaching and mentorship abilities demonstrated through guiding team members through complex processes, resulting in improved team performance and more efficient workflows;
Confident and competent working with data, financial reports and budgets to draw insights and make informed decisions;
Proven experience in ensuring data quality and accuracy through management of multiple programmes of training activity;
Successful management of stakeholder relationships at all levels both internally and externally, ensuring seamless execution and delivery;
Proven ability to learn quickly and contribute effectively within fast-paced dynamic teams.
Strong coaching and mentorship abilities demonstrated through guiding team members through complex processes, resulting in improved team performance and more efficient workflows;
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
The main programme itself is well structured, with well thought out timescales that are carefully placed to support and develop during your programme. My main feedback would be as when I had finished my apprenticeship there is usually a process in place. However, myself I was left to my own devices outside of giving a presentation to say I'd finished. I believe there may be a more structured/streamlined process but because of my experience that is why I am giving it 8/10
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
3/5
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
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Balfour Beatty to a friend?
Yes
Why?
You can tell the company cares about it employees. If there is something you want to do, if you put in the work, Balfour Beatty will make it happen. There is flexibility where needed too
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Balfour Beatty?
Show your passion, show you care about Balfour Beatty and why you want to work here and you will succeed.
