Trainee Associate Review

by EY

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

7.8/10

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

Trainee Associate Auditing accounts (Cash, Fixed Assets, Prepayments) Work as part of a team everyday Client interaction everyday Have to take responsibility for my work

8/10

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

Working towards the CFAB at the moment and then going on to do the ACA I have improved my excel skills massively so that I am really good with formulas such as vlookups and iferrors

7/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I really enjoy the programme so far I have managed to increase my network so I now know lots of people from lots of different offices. I have many different experiences as no one day is the same as another which I really like. I also enjoy the team aspect the team and the people that work at EY make you want to do more and achieve more.

9/10

4. How valued do you feel by EY?

Sometimes you can just feel like a number in a large company like EY, however there are times for you to shine and when you do you get rewarded like passing exams first time or working above and beyond what is expected of you. I was lucky enough to earn a values award which gave me a bonus for working above and beyond what is expected of me.

4/10

5. How well organised/structured is your programme?

Very impressive settling induction Training is hands on and in a classroom which is really good. Time for studying and everyone is really supportive. Lots of feedback which is key to your advancement.

9/10

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

They are accessible through phone or email, as well as we go off to college and they are there with us after hours providing extra support. I find the extra support really helpful.

8/10

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

Managers take the time to sit with you and help if you are stuck on something and are very keen to show you new things that you can do or different techniques at approaching certain things.

8/10

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

Very well I stay at home and many of my expenses cover my petrol costs.

9/10

8. Are there many opportunities outside of work?

Yes, each month there is a refresh event which takes everyone out of work and provides them with a fun activity to do such as bowling, you can also get involved with the school leavers programme and go out to schools and help promote EY

8/10

9. Would you recommend EY to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

As it is a wonderful opportunity away from university giving yourself a head start in the working world.

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