Quayem joined the programme with a clear ambition to move into a data-focused career, building on his existing technical background in SQL and Power BI. However, despite his skills and previous experience, he had spent almost two years struggling to secure consistent interviews and break into a highly competitive data job market.
He joined the programme to strengthen his technical profile, gain recognised certifications, and improve his job applications.
Despite a strong technical foundation in tools such as SQL and Power BI, Quayem faced several barriers when applying for data roles:
He also highlighted how competitive the entry-level market had become, making it difficult to stand out without additional structured support and recognised credentials.
Quayem completed structured training across key data tools and methodologies, including SQL, Python, Power BI, and data analysis fundamentals via DataCamp and supported learning platforms.
He achieved the following certifications, passing all first time, Microsoft Power BI Data Analyst Associate (PL-300) and CompTIA Data+
Alongside this, he completed multiple hands-on projects in data visualisation and exploratory analysis across real-world datasets, strengthening both his technical ability and portfolio.
Following completion of his training, he then moved into the recruitment support phase, which included:
Quayem highlighted the CV restructuring process as the most impactful element, particularly the focus on key achievements and how experience was reframed for industry expectations.
Following structured support, Quayem secured a role as a Compliance Caseworker at HMRC, with the offer confirmed on 12 May 2026.
This marks a successful transition into a structured professional environment, where he now applies analytical thinking, data handling, and compliance-based decision-making in his role.
Quayem's Advice
“Honestly, the CV rebuild was the biggest game changer for me. It was the first time I properly understood how to structure my experience around key achievements instead of just listing what I had done. Doing the certifications and projects gave me real proof of my skills. Before that, I could say I knew SQL or Power BI, but now I actually had something to back it up, which made a huge difference in interviews. The support really helped me become more focused and confident when applying for roles and explaining my experience. It changed how I approach the job market completely.”
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