Flying Start Degree programme - Associate, London Review

by PwC

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

8.9/10

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

Performing testing over the client's internal controls and financial statement disclosures to give assurance.

8/10

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

I have developed my communication skills in a professional manner, communicating with the client and my manager.

8/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I thoroughly enjoy this programme due to the support from the University and PwC, and the opportunities it gives me.

10/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

The programme is very structured and in a way that it is effective towards learning.

10/10

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

I receive a lot of support, both from my University/PwC liasor and my team.

9/10

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

I receive support in the way of text books and resources to help me succeed in my exams.

8/10

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

I am certain that these qualifications help me.

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.)

There are many social events at work with the team and the wider firm as a whole. There are frequent professional networking events for people to drop in and listen and ask questions - these are all fully funded.

8/10

9a. Would you recommend PwC to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

There is a great support network and loads of opportunities within the firm.

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

Research the firm first and the types of tasks you will be completing - discuss how your skills fit the needs of the firm and why you could be a good employee.