School / College Leaver Programme Review

I am a trainee associate in Corporate Tax which means I work with some of the largest listed companies in the market. I have more recently branched out into private business / private clients which has meant I have been able to look after high net worth individuals. Day to day, I frequently communicate with clients providing continued support with the opportunity to regularly attend client meetings in person. This exposure has not only developed my client formality skills but has also enabled me to gain a real insight into the complex and interesting world of global economics and the tax consequences impacting my clients on a daily basis.

From the great exposure I have had, my skills have developed and continue to develop on a daily basis here at PwC. I am given lots of opportunities to enhance my networking ability as well as responsibility in the sense of important client work needing to be completed to a deadline.

I had applied to go to university, with the intention to study Economics, but had completed a weeks work experience at PwC prior to joining them. I personally think I have made the right and best decision for myself to join PwC rather than go to university. I am continuing to learn and develop through client work as well as gain valuable qualifications whilst also earning an extremely competitive salary.

The programme is very well organised and structured. Apprentices are assigned a career coach which is there to help them settle in and adapt to, what seems to be daunting, a corporate lifestyle. I am always given regular updates, well in advance, so I can plan my days efficiently around training and college.

I receive continued support from my employer through weekly capacity meetings where work can be delegated to those who may have a little more free time to help out with work. This helps those who have lots on whilst also giving exposure to those who may not be as busy.

We are given lots of support when going through college. PwC understand this is priority so help us balance client work with revision and studying. Colleagues are very understanding and are always willing to take time out of their day to help us with a particular topic that may be difficult and run us through it.

My qualification, ATT, has helped massively in my role. I have successfully applied my course knowledge into my day to day work. This has helped me provide a better standard of work to my clients which is always fulfilling. I have been able to aid my colleagues also if they have a question.

There are lots to get involved with outside of work. PwC have a team which regularly pits on activities such as film nights and huge quizzes. Every Wednesday I play football with my colleagues whilst I know a lot get involved with yoga at lunch time! Most Friday's people go out for drinks also!

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They are a top employer providing all staff with a great platform to start your career. They give you all the training needed as well as brilliant exposure to client projects. PwC also offer a great salary alongside a load of non-monetary benefits. I would definitely recommend PwC to a friend.

If you're considering applying to PwC, then I would recommend to do your research into who we are. We are a services firm that a lot of people may not have heard of so doing thorough research into the services we provide is really important and useful to see whether this interests you.