Hr Trainee Review
at BAE Systems
Higher Level Apprenticeship
Human Resources
Barrow-in-Furness
Review Submitted: April 2025
Overall Rating
5 /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
5/5
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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
Working with Amy to monitor the barrow.relocation inbox
Updating the mobility approvals tracker to reflect the latest approvals emailed to you by Julia
Checking in with the Shared Services team via our daily check-in calls to resolve questions and issues that have appeared in the relocation inbox
Picking up occasional admin work from Julia
Helping to organise upcoming relocation events – liaising with attendees, putting together slide packs, etc.
Running occasional drop-in sessions at SASK for people who are struggling to submit relocation expenses
Raising tickets through ESC for new relocation support recipients
Putting together agendas for the Weekly Stand Up Meetings
Planning and contributing to Total Reward Workshops
Updating the mobility approvals tracker to reflect the latest approvals emailed to you by Julia
Checking in with the Shared Services team via our daily check-in calls to resolve questions and issues that have appeared in the relocation inbox
Picking up occasional admin work from Julia
Helping to organise upcoming relocation events – liaising with attendees, putting together slide packs, etc.
Running occasional drop-in sessions at SASK for people who are struggling to submit relocation expenses
Raising tickets through ESC for new relocation support recipients
Putting together agendas for the Weekly Stand Up Meetings
Planning and contributing to Total Reward Workshops
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I love coming to work for the people and the role I perform.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
Wide range of skills related to my role and the wider business complimented by theories underpinning HR professional best practice. My first placement was a generalist role but I'm now in a project based team so gettig exposure to different functions that requires a diverse range of skillsets
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
I have been impressed overall structure and format of the program.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
I receive a multi-layered support package, not only from my line manager, college tutor, but my colleagues, skills coaches and I also have workplace mentor.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
I cannot fault the support I receive. It's second to none.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
It compliments it perfectly.
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
I'm a STEM ambassador and an active member of our Christian ERG group.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend BAE Systems to a friend?
Yes
Why?
They heavily invest in their employees and the local community. There's lots of opportunity for development. They pay well and provide an excellent reward package. The workplace culture is positive and my colleagues are knowledgeable and supportive.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to BAE Systems?
Use the STARR model for responding to interview questions and take time to learn about the business, the product, BAE behaviours and history of the shipyard in Barrow.
