Forensic Trainee Review

by BDO

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

9.5/10

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

Forensic trainee- involves helping seniors out on cases including fraud offences, company disputes, professional negligence etc. On a day to day basis I could be conducting email reviews, analysis of accountancy problems, completing report checklists, amongst other things.

10/10

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

Yes, hard skills such as accountancy skills through on the job training/ACA exams as well as excel and other software training. Also, soft skills such as teamwork, collaboration and communication skills.

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I think it's very enjoyable

9/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

I think it's pretty well structured, not perfect, but pretty good

8/10

5. How much support do you receive from your employer?

Lots of support through study leave and extra benefits. Also through regular meetings with my counselling manager and from having a buddy.

10/10

6. How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?

Lots of support including college time and online access to their learning portal.

10/10

7. How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?

To a very large extent. Without the qualification it would be much harder.

10/10

8. Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)

Yes, we have social events, football tournaments, networking events etc.

9/10

9a. Would you recommend BDO to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

It's great a company where you get lots of support and exposure

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

Go for it!