Associate Review

by EY

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

7/10

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

I am a Trainee Associate. My daily tasks are to follow through with continous ausit tasks which usually last a few days at a time. The teams are very friendly and we are given the same amount of responsibility as Graduates.

7/10

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

I've learnt more in the last 4 months than I ever thought I would. We are doing the ACA Qualification.

5/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

The People are great and so is the company culture. It is a very relaxed and focused environment to work in.

8/10

4. How valued do you feel by EY?

I feel very valued.

5/10

5. How well organised/structured is your programme?

The structure is very well organised and the dates of event can even be seen a year in advance. It's a 5 year program. You learn a lot. You work with big companies. There are many planned socials. The socials are free.

5/10

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

10/10

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

8/10

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

The salary is amazing for someone like me who is still living at home.

10/10

8. Are there many opportunities outside of work?

Yes there are loads of opportunitie, as EY has such a close-knit community of workers.

5/10

9. Would you recommend EY to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

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

It is always good to prepare for the interviews and also to prepare for your exams. Also be prepared for becoming immersed into the world of finance by watching the news regularly etc.