Actuarial Trainee Review

by Punter Southall

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Rating

4.3/5
  • The Role
    4.6
  • The Company
    4.5
  • The Culture
    3.5

    The Role

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

    • I really enjoyed the placement, it was a lot better than I thought it was going to be and didn't want to leave by the end.

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

    • The colleagues were very welcoming and friendly and were happy to answer any questions I had.

    4/5
  • 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?

    • I had student actuaries that supported me and my team managers checked I was doing okay regularly which was good.

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

    • Although people warned me I might be quiet this was not the case and I was busy everyday with a mixture of work, the summer project set filled any potential quiet moments.

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

    • There was a good range of responsibility which my work being checked in the same way as everyone else's and people asking me to check their work in return.

    4/5
  • 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?

    • The skills learnt are essential for the career and the training was really useful and a great insight into what I would be doing if I pursued it as a career.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • There was a very relaxed and friendly atmosphere in the office but also very hardworking.

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

    • The placement was well organised with clear information provided in the lead up and on arrival. Training sessions in other offices were organised well too.

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

    • Employees gave up their time to give us training sessions on certain topics and many people were happy to help me out if I had any problems or questions. The training was a great way to get to know different people and really benefited you in terms of the work you were doing so it was very worthwhile.

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

    • Company Parties/Events
    4/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • I would happily accept a grad job from them as I really liked the office, the people and the work.

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • There were lots of opportunities for after work drinks and celebratory drinks, also some sports activities. Shame there wasn't more for female sports!

    4/5
  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?

    • Renting in London is expensive but this is just the way it is.

    3/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • There are so many bars, restaurants and pubs near the office there is plenty of choice.

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

    • There were quite a few opportunities, not masses whilst we were there but lots being done previously or organised for the future. The summer party was good to be able to go to.

    4/5
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Internship (1 Month+)

London

August 2013

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