Associate Review

by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA)

Best Student Employer

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Rating

4.2/5
  • The Role
    4.6
  • The Company
    4.3
  • The Culture
    3.5

    The Role

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

    • I've really enjoyed the work I've done here. I felt as though my job helped make a positive difference to society.

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

    • Within 3 weeks I was considered a part of the group

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

    • Excellent support from staff

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

    • Busy, but 8-5 generally.

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

    • I was assigned to a case and went along to the supervisory visit.

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

    • FCA staff are highly valued on the market for the skills they obtain.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • A lot of chocolate treats!!

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

    • I was involved in a 10 week "deep dive". My final week was the investigation on site

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

    • I got a lot of support but no formal training.

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

    • Flexi Time

    Sports and Social Club

    Subsidised/Company Gym

    Company Parties/Events

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

    • I'm hoping to get onto the grad scheme.

    4/5

    The Culture

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

    • Curry night every Thursday!!

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

    • London isn't cheap.

    2/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • Not amazing, but I'm not too much of a club goer.

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

    • Good opportunities should you wish to take them

    4/5
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Internship (1 Month+)

London

August 2014

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