Flying start degree programme - FS1 Reading Review

by PwC

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

9.4/10

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

Working on various areas of the Audit file, having internal meetings with my team and external meetings when requesting support from the client. Internal meetings involve planning what tasks I will do in the day and also coaching me for these tasks.

9/10

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

I have developed my ability to work in a team, as I have been in a team during my whole placement. I have also developed my excel skills, improving every day that I work. My overall audit ability has also improved, as I came into placement with no experience. The coaching from my seniors was very helpful and allowed me to improve.

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I enjoy the programme a lot, as it allows me to have a mix of university while also having real world experience and working towards my ACA qualification. Gaining this working experience during university is very good and I am glad that I have the opportunity to learn at work and at university.

10/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

The programme is structured very well overall, I always understand what is expected of me and who to ask if I have any questions. Programme information is always communicated in an efficient and timely manner

10/10

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

I receive a lot of support, I am aware of many people in my support network that I can ask when necessary. Support in the workplace is very easy to get and is very helpful when working, in terms of coaching through tasks.

10/10

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

I receive frequent update emails from ICAEW regarding check ins on our work and exams.

6/10

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

I believe that while studying for and sitting my ACA exams I gather knowledge that helps me understand my role better. Working allows me to see how this knowledge is applied in the real world.

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.)

There are many socials, including whole office socials and team socials. There are also sports activities to get involved in, an example of this is the weekly office football match.

10/10

9a. Would you recommend PwC to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

I would recommend PwC, as I believe the culture is great, I feel like the work environment is very supporting and everyone I have met has been very friendly. The opportunities for growth in PwC are also brilliant and I believe that anyone can succeed in an environment like this

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

I would advise others applying to PwC to make sure they get involved in socials and extra-curricular activities and make plenty of friends in the office. A tip i would give is to ensure you are not shy when you need help, as people are always willing to coach you when necessary