Placement Year Review at ProspectSoft Ltd

The Role

Role Description

My role during my placement year varied between all departments giving a great overview of the company, however my main responsibility was being the main contact for all of our partners for there sales and marketing activities. This saw me getting involved in marketing activities for the channel including e-shots, running their events and campaign ideas to generate leads. Monitoring and scoring their sales, marketing, training and technical abilities and discussing strategic plans, attending meetings and following so as these plans are put into place.

1. To what extent did you enjoy your work placement or internship?

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

I enjoyed every part of my placement year. ProspectSoft not only offer a lot of responsibility but also a fun young team who are great to work with.

2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

Your opinions are always listened to no matter what level you are at and this really makes you feel like you can make an impact.

3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

The managers and directors doors were always open, there was always somebody to ask if you were struggling. I had the pleasure of working alongside the sales and marketing director, meaning I was often trusted to make my own decisions but always had the opportunity to double check things.

4. How busy were you on a daily basis?

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

As my role was so vast, there was always something to do, whether this was a set task by one of the managers or if it were something that I knew needed to be done. It is definitely better to be busy at work rather than bored.

5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

I couldn't have asked for more responsibility and was always very happy to recieve more. Working with the sales and marketing director gave me a lot of freedom to put ideas across and be given many big opportunities.

6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

I think you learn more on your placement year than you do in any time at university, so much so that I am basing my dissertation on ProspectSoft.

The Organisation

7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

A great atmosphere in the sales and marketing office!

8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

ProspectSoft have developed a finely tuned placement scheme over the years. From the intense training at the start to monitoring personal development throughout, it really works alongside university requirements.

9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

If there was something you wished to take on then all you had to do was ask, ProspectSoft want you to develop as well and will give all the opportunities to help you.

10. What were the perks on your work placement?

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

• Financial Bonus
• Company Parties/Events

11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

I have been offered and accepted a returning position with the company and am very excited to go back!

Other Information

12. Was there a good social scene amongst any fellow placement students/colleagues?

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

Although I did not live in Oxford (where most placements tend to live) there was always and invite or somewhere to stay and I loved making the most of this. As it is a young company most employees enjoy a good night out!

13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

Most live towards Oxford, but High Wycombe is another option and is cheaper.

14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

Oxford is a great night out, High Wycombe was great for shopping, cinema and eating out.

15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

There was always something going on!

Review 24/30 for ProspectSoft Ltd

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