Flying start programme - FS1 Edinburgh Review

by PwC

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

8.6/10

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

General audit procedures such as testing.

8/10

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

Yes, you learns a lot of things, mainly cause you're thrown in at the deep end, but you get used to it eventually.

8/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

The work is tough and sometimes dull, the people are what get you through it.

8/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

The programme is very well organised.

10/10

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

You are allocated a people manager and a career coach, these people will answer any queries you have. Any ex-course members in the office are also more than happy to help out.

10/10

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

ICAEW provide resources, the university provide a lot of support.

9/10

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

I had a basic knowledge of the services I was providing when I arrived which helped me get to grips with the role.

8/10

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.)

Plenty.

8/10

9a. Would you recommend PwC to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

Their employment structure is built for growth so for anyone starting out this is an excellent place to begin.

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

Be prepared to put in work and you will be fine.