Trainee Associate Review

by PwC

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

8.3/10

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

I work in tax and started off completing tax returns for expatriates (people who move in and out of the UK) for our client. I have moved on to a more client facing role as I have developed and get exposed to lots of large projects.

9/10

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

I go to college and have some ATT exams to take, I am also completing a diploma alongside my work. It is fully supported by the firm and you learn most of the fundamental aspects on the job.

7/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

My team is very small so I the relationships are great and I get exposed to a lot of exciting projects. I enjoy going to college but as I have been out of school for 2 years I struggle a little with the balance between work and revision.

7/10

4. How valued do you feel by PwC?

There are monthly recognition awards in which I got one in November which I really appreciate. I also feel that my involvement in large projects really has an effect on how I perform as I am being recognised for the work I do.

9/10

5. How well organised/structured is your programme?

Well structured at the start with the week induction programme, I find college sessions very helpful but I think there could be more of them. Support from my team is great and they enable me to take any time I need to revise.

8/10

6a. How much support do you receive from your training provider?

Constant support at a phonecall or email away, the diploma assessor comes in every 12 weeks to see how we are getting on and I find the personal contact great.

9/10

6b. How much support do you receive from your employer?

My people manager is really supportive for any queries or problems I might have. They are always avaliable and are understanding for anything that arises.

10/10

7. How well does your salary/package meet your costs?

Salary is good and is an appropriate amount for somebody starting their career, I live further away from the office than I would like to but I do not see it as a problem. The office is easily accessible from three main cities.

8/10

8. Are there many opportunities outside of work?

Lots of events going on such as sports clubs, evening events, firm events that get promoted well. I have got involved in the planning of some of them so it's great.

8/10

9. Would you recommend PwC to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

A great way to start a career even if you have no idea of what you will be doing. The support is great and the firm is very family like.

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

Be yourself! Don't lie about yourself or make up competancies in the assessment days or interviews as people can bring it up later down the line! Practise the tests online and be prepared!