Assurance Associate Review

by EY

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

9.1/10

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

I am an assurance associate so i am involved in a variety of tasks like sample selection, walkthroughs and also substantive testing

9/10

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

I have developed my communication skills by having to adapt to different teams on a very fast paced rolling system so i have had to build a good rapport in a short space of time

9/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I do very much - each day is different to one another and it is very flexible where required

9/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

Very - we use retain where you can see your estimated schedule for up to 3 months in advance the majority of the time

9/10

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

Alot - we have a counsellor, apprenticeship coach and also a buddy

10/10

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

Ive only had one week worth of college but they were always online and available when needed

9/10

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

We learn skills that are easily transferrable to my day to day role on the job

9/10

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.)

Many social activities like football teams, assurance family socials and other specific team activities

9/10

9a. Would you recommend EY to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

Excellent people and career projection

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

Be yourself, learn about EY and show you care