Associate/ Flying Start Review

by PwC

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

7.2/10

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

On a daily basis I audit company's financial figures to ensure that the numbers presented in their financial statements are appropriate. This involves testing different areas

7/10

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

I have developed my technical skills using Excel, as well as relationships and leadership skills

7/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I enjoy it as I get to put in to practice the skills I have learnt at university and apply them to practical work life. It is also a good way to experience the working world and a good uni-work balance

6/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

This is very well structured as there is a chance to put what is learnt at uni straight into practice at work

8/10

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

Whilst at work I receive a lot of support from PwC in all aspects- mental wellbeing, work support, social etc.

8/10

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

Not much interaction with ICAEW apart from for providing resources/ books to help with accredited examinations- Nottingham are very helpful with the delivery of this information

8/10

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

It helps me with the technical aspects and knowing the background of the job/testing I am performing

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 am involved in the Jewish network which holds events occassionally. I am also involved in my business unit and get involved in quizzes etc.

7/10

9a. Would you recommend PwC to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

Good environment to work, nice people, supportive

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

Research, be confident, make sure that it is something you are really interested in and that you are prepared to work hard as it is not easy