Commercial Underwriter Review
by Allianz UK
This review was submitted over 4 years ago, so some of the information it contains may no longer be relevant.
Rating
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The Role
3.9
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The Company
4.6
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The Culture
3.8
- 1. To what extent did you enjoy your work placement or internship?
- 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?
- 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?
- 4. How busy were you on a daily basis?
- 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?
- 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?
- 7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?
- 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?
- 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?
- 10. What were the perks on your work placement?
- 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?
- 12. Was there a good social scene amongst any fellow placement students/colleagues?
- 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?
- 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?
- 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?
The Role
I thought my internship was a great insight into a new business area. I feel I learnt a lot of business skills and I would definitely do the internship again.
Everyone in the office was so friendly and treated me as one of them from the start. Very nice environment to work in.
My team leader was very supportive and was always there for me when I had any questions. She was reassuring at the start when I was nervous and had me bonding with my team which was great.
The workload fluctuated depending on how many people were in the office. I would say sometimes I could have done with more work or a project to work on when there wasn't much work for me to do. From speaking to other interns the workload varied depending on which department you were in.
I was given as much responsibility as I could be given the fact that I have no formal qualifications and people were keen to involve me with their work which was a great insight.
I have been offered a place on the Commercial Insurance Graduate Scheme so hopefully the skills will come in very useful.
The Company
The general atmosphere was quite relaxed. Often Fridays were dress down which was nice and we went to the pub every Friday lunchtime which was always fun. It was a much better and friendlier atmosphere than I had expected coming into such a big office.
The placement was very well organised. I got the chance to go to London and various events where I got to meet the other interns from around the country. I got the chance to go on days out with Surveyors and Business Developers which was a nice change from being in the office and gave you a different perspective from just staying in the office. I think there might be the option to visit more offices in future which would be interesting for any new interns.
The company is fantastic in terms of the investment they will put into their workers. They are always keen for you to undertake personal development and would pay for any extra qualifications you may want to take.
Flexi Time
National Travel
Company Parties/Events
They have an impressive graduate program and I have accepted a place on the Commercial Insurance scheme!
The Culture
Yes we used to go to the pub every week and there were a few nights out as well.
I lived at home during my placement but generally the costs of socialising were very reasonable.
Good.
There were some but I didn't get much chance during my internship to do so.
Details
Internship (1 Month+)
Insurance & Risk Management
West Midlands
October 2014
