Audit Associate Review

by PwC

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

9/10

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

I really recommend the Flying Start Programme. The placement is so engaging and you get to apply the knowledge you learnt at university in the real world which makes it so much more worthwhile.

10/10

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

Became much more confident during placement through working with a team and talking to clients on a day to day basis.

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

The Flying Start programme is a very enjoyable programme. PwC provide accommodation on placement and you receive a salary. It's a no brainer if you want to be a chartered accountant

10/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

The university teaching is very organised and the placement is seamlessly integrated into the year.

10/10

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

PwC provide buddys and career coaches who you can turn to if you have any problems/ issues

10/10

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

One criticism is that the I felt that the training provided prior to placement was inadequate and I ended learning most of what I should've learnt on the actual placement

6/10

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

The content I learnt at university I use all the team and I can see how helpful it is to have that knowledge on a day to day basis

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 haven't much a social aspect but I think there some sports teams and other social gatherings. I do feel PwC could promote this a bit better though.

6/10

9a. Would you recommend PwC to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

Great company to work for and have on your CV. People are great to work with and working conditions are brilliant.

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

Do your research on the company