Assistant Associate Review

by Deloitte

Rating

7.6/10

1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

Assistant Associate. Daily tasks include admin work to set up projects. If on a project, work involves research, creating tables and graphs and writing up information. Business development is also a big part of my role: preparing decks for clients to inform them of any upcoming opportunities.

9/10

2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

I have passed 2 ACA exams, completed multiple e-learning trainings and have significantly developed my soft skills as well as Excel skills.

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I am able to build my career and skills at a very young age, and become exposed to a variety of opportunities. I am able to work with a wide range of people and get to understand different businesses as well.

10/10

4. How valued do you feel by Deloitte?

I feel valued by certain people. I do not feel that at this stage, Deloitte can do much to make us feel valued. Nevertheless, I feel valued by all of my team members in each project I have worked in.

8/10

5. How well organised/structured is your programme?

Not very organised - the BPP scheme is very confusing and not much support or guidance is provided. Me and my coach at Deloitte feel very detached from the system and I feel like I am not achieving much through their scheme and requirements.

5/10

6a. How much support do you receive from your training provider?

not much at all. I feel like they do not understand the difficulty of meeting every criteria in the reflective statements.

4/10

6b. How much support do you receive from your employer?

I believe they are not anymore informed than I am in regards to BPP. Other than that, I receive a lot of help and support from my colleagues and coach.

9/10

7. How well does your salary/package meet your costs?

I am happy with the salary I am on, my travel costs are a significant part of my monthly wage, but I am content.

7/10

8. Are there many opportunities outside of work?

A few - I am part of the gym.

6/10

9. Would you recommend Deloitte to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

I believe it is a very good challenge as well as a perfect opportunity to start a career with full academic support and unlimited support and chance to grow.

10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Deloitte?

start early - practice the assessments and have an open mind about the whole opportunity. Get involved and make as many friends as you can in your first few days!