Associate (2nd Year) Review

by Deloitte

Rating

8.7/10

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

Audit out on clients, now im in my second year the responsibility has risen so i would now be the audit senior out on site making sure the new joiners have no issues.

8/10

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

I now have a level 4 apprenticeship. I am currently sitting exams 7/8 of the ACA course.

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

The people make the job amazing, it means everyday is enjoyable.

10/10

4. How valued do you feel by Deloitte?

Great firm. Its very easy to fit in and you get treated really well. I.e illness.

10/10

5. How well organised/structured is your programme?

Initially this wasnt great as we were the first intake on the new scheme, but it seems for the latest year of joiners its very well organised.

10/10

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

All of our study time is in college. We receive alot of support during exams.

10/10

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

We have coaches who are our go to, these are helpful when you have issues.

7/10

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

The second year bright start salary is the same as first year grad. This covers all living costs but you dont have a lot of spare income. This could be better. Plus there isn't really a bonus pot.

5/10

8. Are there many opportunities outside of work?

Lots of social events either involving drink or food or just socials.

8/10

9. Would you recommend Deloitte to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

As i have no regrets not going to uni.

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

They arent looking for the next genius. They are looking for a nice approachable person who can hold a conversation in awkward or stressful situations. The knowledge comes when you start working.