Neo Client Services Review

by UBS

Best Student Employer

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Rating

4.2/5
  • The Role
    4.3
  • The Company
    4.0
  • The Culture
    4.1

    The Role

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

    • I have thoroughly enjoyed my internship. UBS as a firm has a great culture which is apparent through its intelligent and approachable employees.

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

    • Loved the team I was placed in, they were all so friendly and they made me feel like I was part of the team straight away.

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

    • I joined at a time where my team were going through some changes - therefore the person that I reported to on a daily basis changed.

    3/5
  • 4. How busy were you on a daily basis?

    • Perfect balance between day-to-day responsibilities and the opportunity to network, shadow and get involved in extra curricular activities.

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

    • I was given a lot of responsibility and quickly gained the trust of my team to take on more challenging tasks such as directly communicating with clients.

    4/5
  • 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?

    • I can proudly say that I have gained skills for life, these include not only technical skills that are brought about from working within an Investment Bank, but also interpersonal skills such as communication, planning and organisation, and judgment and decision-making which can be utilised beyond the workplace.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • I was surrounded by great people!

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

    • Well organised and there was good communication between HR, GTP Coordinator and myself.

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

    • UBS invests a great deal into their employees and that is not different for the interns. I felt as if everybody I approached was always willing to help me and give me advice.

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

    • Subsidised Canteen

    Subsidised/Company Gym

    Financial Bonus

    Company Parties/Events

    Staff Sales/Staff Shop

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

    • Very appealing, UBS is a place where there are countless opportunities to develop personally and professionally

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • Yes - got on with many of the interns!

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

    • Cost of living is quite high in London - but that's what you get when you opt to work in an amazing financial hub!

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

    • Only went out a couple of times, however the night life is great in London.

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

    • Yes - I took up opportunities to volunteer which I really enjoyed.

    4/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

Investment Banking

London

August 2017

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