Investment Analyst - DB Pension Schemes Review

by WTW

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Rating

4.4/5
  • The Role
    4.6
  • The Company
    4.2
  • The Culture
    4.4

    The Role

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

    • I loved my time at Towers Watson. It provided a great variety of work as well as its focused but relaxed culture.

    5/5
  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?

    • We were assigned real client work and were allowed to genuinely contribute to to projects our colleagues were working on

    5/5
  • 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?

    • They have a fantastic buddy system. I was fortunate enough to effectively have two people who kept a close eye on me and really helped for me to get the most out of my internship

    5/5
  • 4. How busy were you on a daily basis?

    • The work load was well balanced, however at times I did find myself waiting for new projects. However I feel this is not unusual due to the nature of an internship.

    4/5
  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?

    • I felt like I was honestly given a great deal of responsibility. I completed tasks that I would have previously have said were out of my comfort zone, which was great for my development.

    5/5
  • 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?

    • I would say, it has helped more with general life lessons and time management rather than being specifically beneficial for my studies. It has motivated me to get involved in other areas of university and also to have greater awareness of daily news.

    5/5

    The Company

  • 7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?

    • The atmosphere in general was really relaxed and open. We were sat amongst some of the most senior people in the company and they were extremely approachable. Everyone is friendly and it is a really stress free environment.

    5/5
  • 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?

    • Extremely well. We had training sessions and projects set up for us which enabled us to quickly find our feet.

    5/5
  • 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?

    • We were given specific and relevant training which was well structured and beneficial.

    5/5
  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?

    • Flexi Time

    Subsidised Canteen

    Sports and Social Club

    National Travel

    Financial Bonus

    Company Parties/Events

    Above 25 days holiday

    Working from home
    3/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • I have accepted my Graduate offer, so I am obviously biased in thinking that company offers a bright and varied future.

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • I got to know a fair few of the other interns in both the London and Reigate offices. Everyone was lovely and I am still in contact with a few of them. We had a few really enjoyable socials

    5/5
  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?

    • Close to zero as I live very close to Reigate

    5/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • Reigate nightlife is limited but London is just down the road.

    4/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • I played football, rounders and participated in a quiz during my time so I guess it was pretty good!

    5/5
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Internship (1 Month+)

South East

September 2015

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