Rating

8.5/10
  • 1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
  • Audit Associate - work on a number of audits with higher team members with in the business. I have also trained towards the professional accountancy qualification while working with the firm. I have travelled to client site which varies but is predominantly around Cambridgeshire.

    8/10

  • 2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
  • I have enhanced my excel skills drastically and interpersonal skills by working with a different people in different teams.

    9/10

  • 3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
  • I have enjoyed parts like with any job. A good thing is the day to day varies and therefore is not the same thing everyday which can be tedious.

    6/10

  • 4. How well organised/structured is your programme?
  • The programme is well regulated and follows the same pathway as a university graduate.

    10/10

  • 5. How much support do you receive from your employer?
  • You are assigned a manager who you will know on a personal and professional level as well as being paired with a more seasoned colleague which will help you on a day to day basis.

    9/10

  • 6. How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
  • You will be placed into a college class like environment with exceptional teaching. Online learning is also provided.

    9/10

  • 7. How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
  • The qualification teaches you the theory behind accounting and the necessary regulations - this helps although is slightly different to the day to day audit work which expects you to apply what you have learnt.

    8/10

  • 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.)
  • There are committees to get involved in. There is also social events that take place throughout the year.

    9/10

  • 9a. Would you recommend PwC to a friend?
  • Yes


  • 9b. Why?
  • It provides you with exceptional training towards a great qualification.


  • 10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to PwC?
  • Be open to different working styles and flexible working. It is important to be able to manage your own expectations with the qualifications and workload.


Details

Degree Apprenticeship

Accounting

Cambridge

August 2020


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