Business Development Specialist Review

by Astute Ltd.

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Rating

4.3/5
  • The Role
    4.4
  • The Company
    4.3
  • The Culture
    4.3

    The Role

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

    • Thoroughly enjoying my placement, gave me a good insight what life would be like beyond university.

    5/5
  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?

    • You aren't treated differently being on placement, you feel part of the team and treated like one of the other members of staff who are more experienced.

    5/5
  • 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?

    • Regular training and support sessions are carried out to ensure you are on track, anything you are unsure on there is always someone to ask/help.

    5/5
  • 4. How busy were you on a daily basis?

    • Very busy all day as never off the phones for more than a few minutes. Challenging but enjoyable.

    4/5
  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?

    • You are given as much responsibility as any other member of staff but given your own personal targets and ensuring you are contributing to the team targets.

    4/5
  • 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?

    • Given me alot of independence and confidence to go forward in my final year at university. Astute has also given me skills to transfer to university and benefit me to do my dissertation.

    5/5

    The Company

  • 7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?

    • Very busy and bubbly. When you hear people making sales/booking leads around you it creates a buzz that everyone is motivated by.

    5/5
  • 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?

    • Well organised, always had something to do and knew what you were doing at all times.

    4/5
  • 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?

    • Alot of training was given as I had no previous sales experience which ensured that I was on the right track.

    5/5
  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?

    • Company Parties/Events
    5/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • I would be very happy going back to Astute in the future after my degree has been completed.

    4/5

    The Culture

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

    • All the placements students got on really well and the social side of Astute ensured that we merged with the other colleagues.

    5/5
  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?

    • Average. Easy to manage costs of living/socialising

    4/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • Great nightlife

    5/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • Regular events and incentives for doing well and reaching targets.

    4/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

South East

March 2018

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