HR Administrator Review

by Forvia

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Rating

4.3/5
  • The Role
    4.8
  • The Company
    4.2
  • The Culture
    3.6

    The Role

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

    • I really enjoyed my placement year it was a real job with real responsibilities.

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

    • My colleagues trust me and I feel that the really value the work that I do each day.

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

    • My manager has been really supportive of me. I can always go to her about any questions that I have. The on the job training that I have received has been great.

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

    • I was always busy on a daily basis and there is always tasks that need to be completed. If I was ever unsure my manager would point me in the right direction.

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

    • I was given a good amount of responsibility. It was really good to be trusted with tasks that were important or sensitive.

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

    • The skills that I have gained are definitely transferable and I will be able to take with me back to university. I have also developed skills that are role specific and hope to continue in HR when I leave university.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • The atmosphere was positive and fast paced.

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

    • There were many students taking a placement year and there was a 2 day induction that we all took part in. It was a really good way for everyone to get to know eachother and understand Faurecias core values. The introduction to the plant and the role by my manager was done really well.

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

    • I had a lot of support and training on the systems using SAP, GV and time and attendance through the company. The on the job training that I received from my manager was excellent and I was always supported .

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

    • Above 25 days holiday
    3/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • There are many opportunities for graduate and international experiences once you have completed your placement.

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • Many of the placement students met up outside of work for evenings out so it was nice to socialise.

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

    • Some of the places to rent in the area are quite expensive.

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

    • Lichfield is good for a few drinks out in the pub and there is a walkabout however it isn't like going out in a university city.

    4/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • 4/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

Human Resources

West Midlands

June 2016

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