Audit & Assurance placement year student Review
at PwC
Work Experience
Accounting
Bristol
Review Submitted: July 2020
Overall Rating
4.4 /5
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4/5
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Overview of the Experience
4/5
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Skills Development
4.5/5
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Company Culture
Overview of the Experience
Please give an overview of what your work experience involved:
4/5
I completed an 11 month professional placement year with PwC, as part of my university degree. I completed this within the audit & assurance business unit, and also completed 7 ACA exams during this time.
To what extent did you enjoy your work experience?
4/5
This placement was very intense, as you have to study and pass exams alongside learning and doing your day to day job. There is a lot of travel to client sites involved, and during busy season (Jan-March) there is also a lot of overtime hours expected. I found it difficult at first to balance everything, but you adapt quite quickly to the fast paced environment.
How well organised was your work experience?
4/5
It was very organised, we all attended an induction in London in the first week and then we had training and college time for the first few months of the placement.
How much did your work experience help you in deciding on your future career path?
4/5
It has helped me realise that I would like to come back and complete my ACA exams and pursee a career in finance.
Were you paid or reimbursed for this experience?
4/5
Yes I was paid a monthly salary, plus reimbursed for any expenses incurred.
Skills Development
What training and skills development did you learn from your work experience?
4/5
I completed 7 ICAEW ACA exams during this time. We had college time and study days booked in to be able to do this. We also had mandatory internal training days in the beginning weeks of the placement and throughout.
Company Culture
How much did you learn about the company culture and what it would be like to work there?
4/5
I learnt a lot as I was there for almost a year. You are always working within different teams so you get to know a lot of people in the office quickly. It is a very friendly environment, everyone is approachable and supportive.
Were there opportunities for networking and meeting other employees?
5/5
Bristol is a very social office, everyone is friendly and there are monthly office drinks in which you can continue getting to know more people. There are also lots of social events planned throughout the year.
Recommendations and Advice
Would you recommend PwC to a friend?
Yes
Why?
It is a great work experience as you learn a lot quickly, and you are given the responsibility to complete actual work.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to PwC?
Be confident and personable. Show that you have good communication and networking skills.
