Placement Year Review at PwC

The Role

Role Description

Part of London Mid Tier (LMT) audit unit with PWC LLP. I was responsible for assisting in auditing companies that were either private or outside the FTSE 100. I verified the figures presented on the financial statements, evaluated financial reporting processes and managed client relationships.

1. To what extent did you enjoy your work placement or internship?

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

Excellent work environment which allows you to develop your professional career at the firm while maintaining the focus on ACA training. PWC gives you a real opportunity to stretch yourself and fulfill your potential in the jobs and assignments given.

2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

From day one you are effectively put in a class of graduate starters in both training and college. It becomes almost like being back at school with your peer group. I have made some excellent friends.

My seniors were largely excellent mentors who provided me with support and giving me the responsibility which made me a valued member of the team.

3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

Managers and senior team members provided me with support and guidance when required while providing me with regular feedback and encouragement to develop quickly into the role requirements.

4. How busy were you on a daily basis?

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

Although very busy during the busy periods there was still plenty of social distractions after work to your unwind. During summer when things weren't so busy there was plenty of opportunities to develop within the firm and opportunity to find time for other interests.

5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

Within reason I was given a large amount of responsibility for the work assigned to me. When I was looking to take on more, colleagues were willing to give it while still making sure I didn't take on too much for my own good.

6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

9 out of 15 ACA exams done. Half time qualified. Excellent knowledge of both Excel and Accounting fundamentals. Need I say more!

The Organisation

7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

Business like but at the same time not overly competitive or dull. As long as the work was done and the client was happy no one had a problem with keeping staff morale up.

8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?

★★★★★★☆☆☆☆

Rated 6/10

Strangely HR had no idea about who was on business placement. This turned out to be because of staff changes and no one acting as liason for placements. Once these problems were sorted the continuity was there and it was a little better organised.

9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

The ACA qualification. Internal Audit and Excel training. Excellent preparation for the job.

10. What were the perks on your work placement?

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

• National Travel
• Company Parties/Events
• Above 25 days holiday
• Working from home

11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

They were also understanding in allowing me to diversify out of just my business unit when returning to them.

Other Information

12. Was there a good social scene amongst any fellow placement students/colleagues?

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

I am still in contact with most of them.

13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?

★★★★★★☆☆☆☆

Rated 6/10

Business unit events were funded by contributions by the firm and colleagues which mean't many events were costless. Outside of this we organised a number of informal get togethers which was unavoidably expenseive in central London.

14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

Some of the best nights out.

15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

With so many employees, backgrounds and interests ranging from sport to intellectual to religious groups, PWC is unrivalled in its offering outside of work.

Review 258/277 for PwC

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