Trainee Associate 2 Review

by PwC

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

7.9/10

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

To complete any tasks assigned to me, either in active client work or business development.

8/10

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

I have learned a great deal about taxation in the UK and am studying for my ATT qualification.

8/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I enjoy working with my colleagues as I find PwC has an excellent workplace environment. I also enjoy the challenge of more complex pieces of work.

9/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

I think my programme is relatively well balanced, though I would prefer more time in college to prepare for exams

7/10

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

I feel very well supported by PwC, my managers have always taken an interest in my well being and been very proactive in helping me with any issues I've had.

9/10

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

I attend college on set days to be tutored in a class for some of my exams, others have been entirely self study, but Kaplan does provide ways to contact support outside of the set college days.

8/10

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

My qualification has expanded my understanding of the broader implications of the work that I do, as well as making me more technically competent in completing my work.

7/10

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.)

I have taken part in some sport socials with work, as well as dinners/drinks out with my team after work. I have also been to some professional networking events through work.

7/10

9a. Would you recommend PwC to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

I have felt appreciated and valued for my work here and I have largely enjoyed the work.

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

Make sure to thoroughly research the department that you apply to so you are sure it is where you want to start at the firm.