Insight Review at Financial Services Authority (FSA)

The Role

Role Description

@Introduction about FSA:
-Aims
-Principles
-What FSA does
@Application processes
@Graduate Network
@Tips for successful applications and assessments
@Practice group exercise
@Panel disccussion

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

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

I've learnt so much about the company and what they expect from applicants.

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

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

I know a member of the company already and some more aswell after this Insight day and I felt they alll are enthusiastic about sharing their knowledge and helping out.

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

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

4. How busy were you on a daily basis?

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

There were so much done that I think It can't be any better.

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

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

I've been given the chance to be part of a team and assess a person, work in a group, present ideas.

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

I think it was great as I learnt my weak and strong points. I can face my applications stages a lot easily now.

The Organisation

7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

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

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

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

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

10. What were the perks on your work placement?

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

• There were no perks with this insight

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

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

Other Information

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

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

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

★★★★★☆☆☆☆☆

Rated 5/10

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

★★★★★☆☆☆☆☆

Rated 5/10

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

★★★★★☆☆☆☆☆

Rated 5/10

In addition to these questions, is there any extra information you would like to leave about your experiences on your work placement that other students may be interested in?

I would advise anyone who are thinking to work for FSA to go for this Insight Day. There's so much you can learn in just few hours.

Review 68/92 for Financial Services Authority (FSA)

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