Trainee/ Associate Review

by PwC

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

7.5/10

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

I work on the audit team for PwC and carry out test of details on certain areas of the financial statements such as pensions and directors remuneration.

8/10

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

Yes i have developed my audit knowledge and experience by working on multiple FSLIs rather than just one in my previous placement.

8/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I enjoyed going into the office very much and meeting the people i work with therefore this made my experience very positive.

9/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

It is well structured in partnership with my degree programme and allows us to work during busy season therefore gaining more experience and working hours than at other points in the financial year.

8/10

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

We receive lots of support through our career coaches, peers and even the more senior staff members therefore this help aid my placement development.

8/10

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

We receive some help but often go weeks without hearing from them so this could be improved.

6/10

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

It definitely helps somewhat in relation to the overall audit process however it doesn't really have any relation to CoE specific work and is more aimed at the front line teams jobs.

6/10

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.)

There are many after work socials on offer, however not many sports events i have seen which i believe would be a great addition to the office experience

7/10

9a. Would you recommend PwC to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

Very friendly and welcoming working environment with hard working hours but rewarding pay and opportunities.

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

Expect to find certain things challenging at first as it is a company that expects hard work but this pays off and can be very rewarding in the future.