Operations Apprentice Review
at UBS
Degree Apprenticeship
Investment Banking
London
Review Submitted: April 2026
Overall Rating
4.3 /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
3.8/5
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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
I work as an apprentice in Operations at UBS. My day-to-day role involves sending client communications to inform them of regulatory changes, collect data that we require and perform remediation of non-financial risk incidents.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I enjoy my programme a lot and I think it is well structured.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
I have developed my skills in excel, communication, accountability and confidence.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
I think the programme itself is well structured, however the onboarding process could be smoother with keeping candidates up to date.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
I receive a satisfactory amount of support at UBS and have not struggled in my time working for them.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
My training provider provides adequate support, with weekly education sessions and somewhat regular check ins with academic mentors
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
My qualification allows me to understand the background context necessary to perform my job. Knowing how the front office operates is important to understanding the impact I have on the busines.
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
3/5
There are a limited amount of sports teams and social activities at UBS for apprentices. There are a fair few professional networking events to attend
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend UBS to a friend?
Yes
Why?
UBS is a great opportunity to learn, gain experience, and develop. I would recommend it to anyone!
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to UBS?
Be yourself, pay attention to UBS 3 pillars and make sure you are prepared for interviews.
