Associate Review

by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA)

Best Student Employer

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Rating

4.8/5
  • The Role
    5.0
  • The Company
    5.0
  • The Culture
    4.1

    The Role

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

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

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

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

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

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

    • Learnt professionalism in a work place, while developing core skills that will benefit me throughout my professional career. I was able to expand my knowledge of the industry and understand the sophistication of financial markets.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • Very friendly and good fun, while remaining very professional and focused.

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

    • Everything was ready on day one.

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

    • From all management levels, time was invested in me.

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

    • Flexi Time

    Subsidised/Company Gym

    Above 25 days holiday
    5/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • Offer opportunities for professional qualifications

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • very social, met up at least once a week to catch up.

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

    • Canary wharf is an expensive lunch.

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

    • Good bars for a drink after work.

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

    • Always news letters going round about FCA events, and also so many places near by to keep yourself entertained.

    5/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

London

November 2013

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