Associate Review

by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA)

Best Student Employer

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Rating

3.5/5
  • The Role
    4.1
  • The Company
    3.5
  • The Culture
    2.6

    The Role

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

    • 4/5
  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?

    • My colleagues valued my contributions and gave constructive feedback throughout the internship.

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

    • My line manager was incredibly understanding and supportive and was consistently encouraging me to develop my skills and at the same time not overdo things and keep a healthy, balanced life.

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

    • I was given enough work to be challenged and to learn how to manage workloads and prioritise.

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

    • 3/5
  • 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?

    • I developed soft skills that I wouldn't have a chance to develop on my degree course - this has given me great experience for my future career.

    4/5

    The Company

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

    • It was easy to get on well with my colleagues and the atmosphere was friendly yet hardworking.

    4/5
  • 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?

    • There were issues with workplace adjustments that i was very unhappy with. My team itself were fantastic and my line manager ensured the smooth-running of my internship, but the lack of workplace adjustments for the first half of my internship was unacceptable.

    4/5
  • 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?

    • 4/5
  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?

    • Company Parties/Events

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

    • The work the organisation do is interesting and exciting, relevant to the financial industry. Still haven't identified where in the organisation I would like to work but very interested in working there in the future. The graduate programme gives good opportunities to rotate and identify where to develop your career.

    4/5

    The Culture

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

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

    • London is very expensive in general, however there was a Wetherspoons nearby and a few bars with happy hours.

    1/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • buzzing after work, but not much to do later on

    3/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • there were social events and a community affairs day organised for the internship.

    3/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

Business Operations, Business Management, Government

London

September 2013

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