associate Review

by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA)

Best Student Employer

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Rating

2.9/5
  • The Role
    3.0
  • The Company
    3.0
  • The Culture
    2.5

    The Role

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

    • People are great in the company but there is lack of responsibility and meaningful work.

    3/5
  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?

    • People are very supportive and often express appreciation for my assistance.

    4/5
  • 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?

    • My supervisors are really kind and expressed keen interest to help me grow.

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

    • There are several days where I have no work at all.

    3/5
  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?

    • Most works are often administrative than getting involved in the direct running of projects.

    2/5
  • 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?

    • I've gained exposure to the running of my department but would appreciate more responsibility and meaningful work.

    3/5

    The Company

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

    • People are extremely friendly and happy to help.

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

    • A lot of technical difficulties related to the working from home arrangement.

    2/5
  • 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?

    • Offered online aws training for free.

    3/5
  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?

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

    • Decent salary with stable job but apparent lack of growth/ promotion opportunities.

    3/5

    The Culture

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

    • Due to working from home arrangement, the socialisation opportunities are rather limited.

    3/5
  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?

    • Working from home so does not really apply.

    3/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • Working from home so does not really apply.

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

    • Working from home so does not really apply.

    3/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

Banking, Information Technology

London

September 2020

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