People Business Partner Review
at Northumbrian Water Group
Higher Level Apprenticeship
Human Resources
Newcastle upon Tyne
Review Submitted: May 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
Align HR strategies with business goals, working closely with leadership to drive performance, manage talent, and support organizational change. I also provide strategic guidance on workforce planning, employee relations, and development, ensuring HR initiatives support overall business success and foster a positive work environment.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
It was great attended college weekly and had a great cohort to bounce ideas and learn from. Course tutor and training provider were really knowledgeable and helpful.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
Yes learnt numerous skills regarding HR from talent planning to working in transformation environment. NWG has been amazing for my development and really allowed me to push my career to the next steps.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
Great, college each monday evening and regular check ins each month.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
Great deal - was pushed to do the course as an upskilled to become CIPD qualified and then given time to study.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
great deal - given forum to contact training provider whenever and weekly opportunity to meet with course tutor also.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
Given me knowledge and understanding of multiple ways or working and regulations, been really helpful.
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
Yes, lots of opportunities from networking events, innovation festival and lunch and learns.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Northumbrian Water Group to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Brilliant place to work where you feel looked after and supported.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Northumbrian Water Group?
Apply its a great organisation and you will feel supported throughout your apprenticeship!
