Pensions Administrator Review

by Punter Southall

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Rating

4/5
  • The Role
    4.7
  • The Company
    3.8
  • The Culture
    3.4

    The Role

  • 1. To what extent did you enjoy your work placement or internship?
  • Very enjoyable and professional place to work.

    4/5

  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?
  • Felt more like a permanent full time employee and not just a student.

    5/5

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

    5/5

  • 4. How busy were you on a daily basis?
  • Busy most of the time but balance was perfect as others were always willing to help and spread workloads.

    5/5

  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?
  • Great amount of responsibility

    5/5

  • 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?
  • The skills and personal development I have gone through will certainly help me in the future.

    4/5

    The Company

  • 7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?
  • Was part of a great team making the job even more enjoyable.

    4/5

  • 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?
  • Very well organised. Began work on the first day and had work to do throughout the entire year so overall it was perfectly structured.

    5/5

  • 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?
  • More on-the-job training. Training programmes and qualifications are however available for graduates and permanent employees.

    3/5

  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?
  • Company Parties/Events

    Working from home

    Healthcare from home

    3/5

  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?
  • I would be more than happy to work for the organisation if an opportunity came up.

    4/5

    The Culture

  • 12. Was there a good social scene amongst any fellow placement students/colleagues?
  • A range of organised activities and events for staff to attend.

    4/5

  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?
  • A range of places to socialise so prices vary.

    4/5

  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?
  • A range of bars and clubs in the area.

    3/5

  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?
  • Have the choice of joining the companies cricket team.

    3/5

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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

Actuary, Business Operations, Investment Banking, Economics

South West

September 2013


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