Finance analyst. Review

by Xerox

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Rating

4.1/5
  • The Role
    4.6
  • The Company
    4.3
  • The Culture
    3.1

    The Role

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

    • Very enjoyable placemement - work was challenging and exciting, employees were friendly and welcoming and the other students allowed for a good work/life balance outside of work.

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

    • One of the most friendly, relaxed company/people to work with which really assisted in enjoying the placement.

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

    • Personally, I tried to figure things out myself however, help was always at hand when needed.

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

    • Some times were busier than others but I always had a lot a work to do which was good!

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

    • I was in charge of the performance based rebates schemes which was a huge responsibility as I was rewarding rebates to resellers/distributors of great value and importance.

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

    • Got to attend some training courses and allowed me to see how my studies can be used in an organisation.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • Relaxed and welcoming.

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

    • Few initial errors with the hr team but smooth afterwards.

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

    • Attended a quick solver course during placement.

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

    • Subsidised Canteen

    Subsidised/Company Gym

    Company Parties/Events

    Above 25 days holiday

    Working from home

    Travel loan
    5/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • Very appealing as its a global organisation.

    4/5

    The Culture

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

    • Yes, a lot of social events.

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

    • London so prices are expected to be high.

    4/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • Very good!

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

    • Not through work.

    2/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

London

August 2015

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