Risk and Advisory traineeServices Review

by BDO

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

7.4/10
  • 1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

    • Mainly internal audit based, occasionally advisory and controls work. Booked to different clients in all different sectors.

    7/10
  • 2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

    • Definitely developed by Excel skills as i've had to work a lot with large data sets. Improved my communication skills as i'm involved in talking to clients on a daily basis.

    7/10
  • 3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

    • At times the programme can be tough because balancing worklife and exams can be quite stressful. However, overall i've quite enjoyed the programme and I feel i've learnt a lot from it.

    7/10
  • 4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

    • It's very structured, as soon as you join the programme all exams have been mapped out for the three years.

    7/10
  • 5. How much support do you receive from your employer?

    • I receive a lot of support from the employer, the firm is very understanding during exam periods and they are understand that exams take a priority over work.

    8/10
  • 6. How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?

    • I receive a substantial amount of support, the provider organises calls every 6 months to check in on me and provide me with any additional guidance or support I may need.

    9/10
  • 7. How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?

    • Overall, I don't think the qualification helps in my role very much however, I have learnt a lot from undertaking it.

    6/10
  • 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.)

    • N/A

    8/10
  • 9a. Would you recommend BDO to a friend?

    • Yes

  • 9b. Why?

    • The firm is a great firm to work for, people are friendly and I feel very supported in my role.

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

    • Understand the firm and what they stand for and be yourself!

Details

Level 2 Apprenticeship

Accounting

London

April 2021

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