FS3 Review

by PwC

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

8.1/10

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

My grade was an FS3 which is equivalent to an AS2. I did more complex areas in audit such as Revenue, Tax and so on. I was also involved in the planning of some audits.

9/10

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

Yes. The placement really help me develop my existing skills as well as learn new skills. I got to work on my leadership, social, time management, technical skills. This placement definitely push me to the limit and help me improve a lot.

9/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

Though it has been an intense placement, I really enjoyed the work and placement.

8/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

I have been able to apply what I have studied at university thank to the structure of when the placement period are placed.

9/10

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

I did receive a lot of support from my employer to help me integrate the office and coaching on the work i performed.

8/10

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

7/10

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

7/10

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.)

8/10

9a. Would you recommend PwC to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

PwC is a very good place to learn as it is a fast moving environment and there is a lot of opportunity to learn. It is a very good place to meet new people almost every week with new team members coming in and out.

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

I would advise others to be prepared in terms of what they have learned in their professional exams. Also be prepared to travel and be open to all events going around the office.