Senior Associate Review
at EY
Higher Level Apprenticeship
Finance
Canary Wharf
Review Submitted: May 2021
Overall Rating
4.4 /5
The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!
4/5
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Overview of Role
4/5
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Skills Development
4/5
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Structure and Support
Overview of Role
Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
4/5
I am a senior associate in the audit department. This means, on a day to day basis, I run the client engagements and organize the team. I coach and teach the more junior staff on the teams and perform detailed reviews of their work. I report directly to managers and senior managers.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
I enjoy my programme very much. My colleagues are very understanding of the college commitments that come with my apprenticeship and support me as much as I can. I have learnt so much during my time which has added to my enjoyment. I have had the opportunity to work on many different teams, which keeps the day to day exciting and enjoyable.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
I have developed many business skills, including communication, problem solving and professionalism. I have also developed my coaching skills and learned how to adapt my teaching and coaching to suit different individuals and they way in which they learn. I have grown in confidence during my time as a an apprentice.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
The programme is very well organised. We often know our college dates months in advance which allows us to schedule both work commitments and home commitments.
There is clear structure on when we should be in college and when we are working and this is helpful to know in advance.
There is clear structure on when we should be in college and when we are working and this is helpful to know in advance.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
I receive good support from my employer. There is a dedicated apprenticeship team and each apprentice is allocated an apprenticeship coach. They are there to answer any questions we have on the programme as well as help us with any other matters we may face as apprentices.
My colleagues and teams are also supportive of the college commitments and are understanding of when I need to take time away from work to focus on my qualifications.
My colleagues and teams are also supportive of the college commitments and are understanding of when I need to take time away from work to focus on my qualifications.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
The training providers gives very good support throughout our qualifications. They ensure we have all the materials for our courses well in advance of the start date. The teachers are very approachable and always available to answer any questions that we have. They have many online resources available to use as well.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
The qualifications helps to perform better in my role as it has broadened my technical knowledge. It has given me knowledge of a wide range of accounting areas. I am able to apply this knowledge in my day to day role and as a result, the work I produce is of a higher quality.
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
4/5
There are many networks available at EY. These include sporting activities, as well as networks for people of different cultures and backgrounds. There are also networks for different hobbies. Teams regularly have social events and there are a number of department wide social events throughout the year. There are also opportunities to volunteer for the EY charities.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend EY to a friend?
Yes
Why?
The quality of training received from EY has been excellent. There are many opportunities available to everyone within EY, both during your training programme and once you are qualified. Everyone I have worked with has been friendly, helpful and supportive. There are dedicated teams in place to support you on your apprenticeship.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to EY?
I would encourage everyone to research exactly what the programme has to offer and ensure that is the right fit for them.
If possible, I would try to contact someone who has or is an apprentice at the minute and ask them about their experiences and learn from them.
It is really important to be yourself during the application and interview process.
Be confident.
If possible, I would try to contact someone who has or is an apprentice at the minute and ask them about their experiences and learn from them.
It is really important to be yourself during the application and interview process.
Be confident.
