Associate Review

I assist with statuary audits for financial service companies.

I have developed a wide variety of skills during my time at EY. Including problem solving, data analytics, financial understanding, team work and various technology packs.

I do enjoy the Programme. It is challenging to balance a heavy workload as well as the demands to study for the exams as part of the ACA qualification. However, with that comes beneficial experiences.

I feel the Programme is well run largely.

Support is also good. One thing I would say could be improved is helping students to understand what their options are going forward, whether that be the type of work you would like to experience, early/postponement of exams and general career guidance to customize the apprenticeship to your experience.

Kaplan have been very good so far. They have good teachers and the materials/structure of the Programme is good.

To be honest, many of the exams do not relate to what I do day to day. However it does give good foundational knowledge applicable across the finance industry.

Yes, there is often social events and gatherings through out the year.

Yes

Overall, working at Ernst and Young provides great work experience. There are many opportunities to learn and work with some large complex clients. Although it is demanding, the overall experience is worth it in terms of propelling you into your career going forward.

My advice would be to not overlook ANY of your exams. Of course this varies per qualification, however I feel the principle is the same. They are all challenging and will require your time outside of work which is a challenge in itself.