Finance and Office Assistant Review

by MMT

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Rating

4/5
  • The Role
    3.9
  • The Company
    4.0
  • The Culture
    4.1

    The Role

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

    • A vast array of work in the area of finance which was challenging for a undergraduate

    4/5
  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?

    • All very helpful and was always given responsibility.

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

    • Manager's door was always open for support and advice.

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

    • As responsibilities increased, there was enough workload to keep busy.

    4/5
  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?

    • I was involved in all financial matters of the business, sometimes even working on my own.

    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 had a head start compared to others when it came to financial management and taxation modules.

    3/5

    The Company

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

    • A lively and friendly atmosphere within the business, within plenty of scope to have conversations with colleagues.

    4/5
  • 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?

    • Well informed and regular contact.

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

    • Requests for training always encouraged and development plans drawn out, with reviews periodically.

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

    • Sports and Social Club

    Financial Bonus

    Company Parties/Events
    4/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • Was offered a permanent role after placement.

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • Regular official and unofficial social events and weekly football and meet at the pub session!

    4/5
  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?

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

    • Local bars in town and city centre locations within driving distance

    4/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • Fundraising activities for charity.

    4/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

Accounting

East Midlands

September 2012

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