Commercial Manager Review

by Marks & Spencer

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Rating

4.1/5
  • The Role
    4.3
  • The Company
    4.5
  • The Culture
    3.4

    The Role

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

    • Overall a challenging placement that encourages you to make the most of the experience

    4/5
  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?

    • I was made to feel very welcome by everyone I met, but still maintained a professional relationship with my colleagues

    4/5
  • 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?

    • You are encouraged to use your own judgement and initiative most of the time but the support and guidance is there when you need it. You are encouraged to seek your feedback to structure your own development

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

    • Very busy most days, rarely bored! Sometimes stressed/panicked with workload but management supported me through this.

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

    • Slow starting to begin with but in the end I felt fully in control to 'run the show' confidently!

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

    • Placement gave me skills you cannot learn purely though uni. Working in a corporate environment teaches you essentials skills to carry anywhere with you in future careers!

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • Everyone very busy, always doing something productive! Friendly environment, everyone approachable for help.

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

    • Some tweaks could be made to the initial organisation of the program, but these suggestions have been made to the company during feedback sessions in order for them to improve in the future.

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

    • They spend appropriate amounts of time structuring and guiding your development and encourage you to drive your own learning and seek opportunities to progress.

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

    • Staff Sales/Staff Shop
    4/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • I am pleased to be offered a place on te graduate scheme next year!

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • I made some good friends who I could socialise with outside of work

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

    • Moderate, not overly expensive. Good value accommodation

    3/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • Pretty average, but it's the friends that make the night!

    3/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • Some. I didn't have much time to get involved.

    3/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

Customer Service, Retail

September 2013

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