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Apprentice Review

at Financial Conduct Authority (FCA)

Higher Level Apprenticeship

Data Analysis

London

Review Submitted: April 2026

Overall Rating

4.9 /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 - Overview of Role
5/5 - Skills Development
4.8/5 - Structure and Support

Overview of Role

Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
5/5
Day to day work consists of building insights of a large scale alongside any adhoc data requests
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I have developed greatly in my role and gained a new skillset I didn't have before

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
I have learned how to code on python

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
It is well structured with designated days for workshops which can be referred back to at any time for reference
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
I am always allowed to take my study days and any extra time needed for any apprenticeship work I am free to take. They are always seeking to help me implement my skills into the work I do
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
I have a data coach which I can contact at any time with any technical problems I have and I have a mentor which helped me throughout the programme for meeting all the requirements such as KSBs and OTJ
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
I am able to do so much more now thanks to the training programme
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
I play football every so often

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) to a friend?
Yes
Why?
The environment is so warm and everyone is supportive, there is numerous opportunities for networking and career progression
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Financial Conduct Authority (FCA)?
Make sure to understand what the FCA is and how the values play a key role in what they do and how they perform their actions
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