Investment Technology Placement Review

Communicating to various stakeholders (mostly internal), writing user stories and refining business requirements, UX design, creating and updating context diagrams and models contributing to quarterly financial decks within PMO. On a day-to-day basis, I would often attend and contribute in daily stand-ups for product/project updates, communicate with stakeholders across the business and in technology (other business analysts and developers for example).

I have significantly improved my Excel and other MS skills , becoming competent at creating relevant and meaningful PivotTables and Charts that have contributed to reports and presentations. I have used Visio extensively to present context diagrams and models. In terms of soft skills, I have gained confidence in my ability to lead and contribute to meetings, manage time and balance various responsibilities. I feel comfortable in presenting ideas and analysis to senior colleagues

Less so towards the start of the placement however as my confidence has grown, I have been given more responsibility and ownership of projects. I have constantly been encouraged to challenge existing processes and ideas if I can find ways of improving/streamlining them.

I have received a great deal of support and guidance throughout the placement. I have frequent catch-ups with my line manager and the team to make sure I'm happy with the workload and what's required of the task. I've been made to feel comfortable in asking any question and everyone I've worked with has been very supportive and happy to help.

Extremely friendly and supportive environment. As mentioned, questions are welcomed and encouraged and employees (no matter the seniority) are happy to take the time to help and offer advice. Made to feel a part of the team and the work I'm doing is helpful and important.

I have thoroughly enjoyed my placement and feel that I have developed a lot over the course of the year, both personally and career-wise. The people I've worked with at Fidelity have actively made sure that I'm progressing and I feel that they want me to do well. I would happily work at Fidelity in the future.

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Be yourself and present your personality. Be enthusiastic and show that you are self-motivated. Don't be afraid to ask questions. No question is a stupid question. You don't have to already be great at everything but show that you are passionate and motivated to learn and improve.