Flying start Review

by PwC

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

10/10

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

Auditing clients, you get a lot of client interaction, and represent the firm. I have audited banks, so I have been looking at large companies who are customers of this bank and seen why they have not been able to pay their loans. There is a lot of responsibility here, and confidentiality is vital. There is a lot of coaching involved, also a lot of team socials.

10/10

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

I have developed my communication, confidence, teamwork and integrity skills. I have learnt many audit related skills too.

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I really enjoy the programme, there are many people similar age and also like you. There are a lot of fun socials which helps you interact and get to know the team.

10/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

it is well structured as you do not have to revise while working on placement. Plus you get a degree while learning on the job.

10/10

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

At work we have career coaches, these are very helpful with any issues we have.

10/10

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

At uni we have a personal tutor who are very helpful with an queries we have.

10/10

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

The degree gives me a solid accounting background, and helps to get exemptions from the exams needed to become a chartered accountant (12 out of the 15)

10/10

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.)

I have got involved with the Pwc netball team, there is also a football, cricket and hockey team. In terms of socials, there have so far been cocktail making, go karting, laser quest, escape rooms, and bowling.

10/10

9a. Would you recommend PwC to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

Well known, established employer. The employees there are very helpful, and they support you getting the qualifications needed to become a chartered accountant.

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

Ensure you show interest in becoming an accountant and Pwc, the firm.