Flying Start Degree programme FS1 London Review

by PwC

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

8/10

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

Working in a team to complete evidence gathering activities for audit clients, specialising in banking and capital markets. Completing planning activities as well as test of detail and tests of controls. Responsible for completion of tasks assigned by managers and senior associates.

8/10

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

Communication, teamwork, building professional relationships, critical thinking, time management, prioritisation, accounting, audit.

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

Very enjoyable - sociable office and team, lots of opportunity to meet a range of people, high profile clients.

8/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

Well structured - clear course and goals with support from PwC and the University.

7/10

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

Sufficient - career coach, flying start champion, peer group, managers and wider team and attentive and provide continual support.

8/10

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

Good support towards qualifications - prioritise and support revision and work towards exams.

7/10

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

Significantly - qualification means I have started the role with a foundation level of accountancy and audit knowledge which has helped with completing work and understanding concepts.

8/10

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.)

Teams hold regular socials and professional networking events both inside and outside the office.

8/10

9a. Would you recommend PwC to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

- Positive working environment - Lots of support - A coaching culture in which it is okay to make mistakes and ask for help - Opportunity to work with a range of high profile clients - Progression opportunity - A social office with lots of young people

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

- Be curious and show a willingness to learn - Demonstrate how you will work well in a team - Have industry knowledge - Be proactive