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NatWest Group

Lending Agency Review

at NatWest Group

Level 3 Apprenticeship

Banking

Manchester

Review Submitted: May 2025

Overall Rating

4.1 /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
4/5 - 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:
4/5
I have a portfolio of deals (customers) where I manage the loan activity. I am the agent for all transactions involved within this therefore I liaise between both borrowers and lenders to ensure each transaction runs seamlessly
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
i have enjoyed completing my apprenticeship program as it has provided me with a depth of knowledge which i didnt have before i joined the bank

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
communication
time management
excel skills
team work skills

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
program is well structured as we were provided with a individual learning plan outlining all the important deadline dates / outstanding tasks and so on
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
good support
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
good amount of support
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
3/5
overall i do feel my qualification fits in my role quite well however there were a few areas within the qualification which were difficult to link to my 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.)
4/5
yes lots of events which take place in the office on a regular basis

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend NatWest Group to a friend?
Yes
Why?
great company to work for
value work life balance
flexible working
i like the values and culture of the organisation as a whole
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to NatWest Group?
make sure you fully prepare for your interview so you can smash it and get the job!
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