Case Study: Meet the Chartered Manager: the Quick Learner Monday 29 October 2018 Share Share to LinkedIn Share to Facebook Share via email Andrew Anderson Has Used an Apprenticeship to Give Him an Edge in a Competitive Sector Andrew Anderson refused to let the recession thwart his professional aspirations when he found himself unemployed during the financial crash of 2008. He had mastered the “core basics” of banking and looked for another opportunity to get ahead. Fast-forward ten years and Anderson, 31, has enjoyed progression within the industry. He’s been a research analyst at HSBC, and worked with the client onboarding team at Credit Suisse. In 2016 he joined his current firm ICBC Standard Bank Plc, and just one year into his job his manager suggested he embark on a Level 5 apprenticeship to boost his leadership skills. Keen to take on a management role, Anderson jumped at the chance. Video: The Truth About Apprenticeships New Challenges Today, Anderson is team lead within the client onboarding team at ICBC. Placed within the high-pressure environment of the bank’s trading floor, his responsibilities involve looking after the daily activities of his team, located in London and Asia. Anderson explains that the course could not have come at a better time: “There are genuine learnings that I can apply straight away,” he says. The Benefits of an Apprenticeship The emphasis on goal-setting taught as part of the apprenticeship has been particularly valuable. In line with his organisation’s values, he’s set his team targets and is monitoring each employee’s progression. “The way I see it is: what can we do for an individual’s growth at the same time as helping the company grow? And how can we make those two things align?” he explains. He adds that being offered such a strong development opportunity by his organisation has made him feel more valued. It’s also enhanced his personal performance. “In today’s very fast-paced society, people can jump jobs every year or so, especially in finance. Things move quick,” he says. “If you feel a company is invested in you and they’re looking out for you, of course you want to give back.” Andrew Anderson is client onboarding team leader at ICBC Standard Bank, doing his Level 5 apprenticeship with Corndel Like this article? Why not share it. Share to LinkedIn Share to Facebook Share via email Topic: Even in retirement, development is important, says Chartered Manager Tom Doran Tom Doran CMgr FCMI FIC, despite being retired since 2017, he’s not content to put his feet up Read article Article Topic: Highlights – 23 July Heatwaves, healthcare and some heartening support for managers Read article Article Topic: Neurodiversity As a manager, how much do you understand ADHD? ADHD is often framed as a deficit, but this can overlook the strengths it brings. For managers, understanding ADHD is key Read article Article Topic: “It’s practical as well as theoretical”: how a Dual Accredited MBA benefited NHS doctor Hiba How combining academic rigour with real-world application helped Dr Hiba Khan CMgr FCMI thrive in two high-stake roles Read article Article Case Study We’re really proud of all of the managers, employers and training providers who choose to work with CMI, so here we’ve arranged a selection of their success stories. Members See More CMI Members have access to thousands of online learning and CPD resources. Learn more about our membership benefits Join The Community CMI offers a variety of flexible membership solutions, tailored to your needs. Find out more and get involved in the CMI community today.