Assisstant Tax Advisor Review

I found my job very enjoybale. It was diverse, enabling me to not only see different roles within my department but I was able to see different Lines of Servie within the company

I felt valued by all colleagues as they didnt treat me like I was a placement student, thrusting me to do work as if I was a graduate and been at the company for a few years. I was given training for the role just like the intake of graduates.

Support was always available from anyone who I asked. I was a signed a people manager at the start of the year who I could talk to in confidence if I had any issues or even just general queries about the firm. I was never made to feel insuperior but just as a normal member of the team.

Depending on whether or not I was on a project dictated how busy I was. Project came thick and fast so I was always kept busy and often do more hours than the 9-5 to complete deadlines. Having said this it is definitely better being busy as the days go a lot quicker and you will learn more.

I was given the right amount of responsibilty considering my experience. I was entrusted to do work which would ultimately be fed back to partners and clients but was never thrown in the deep end and given something that was super important and could change the project

Time management and work ethic are just two things that I will take back to Uni with me. Sector knowledge and training on programmes such as excel will certainly be useful come my final year. I developed confidence when meeting new people and also learnt the importance of checking work vigorously as it could lead to errors which are spotted by the client.

Friendly, welcoming and fun. You do not feel out of place and everyone is on the same level as you. All grades up to partner sit in an open plan seating area so communication is easier and you dont feel as intimidated by managers as you get to know them better by sitting with them

I was very fortunate to come straight into projects to work on; as well as highlight areas I would like to see. Selection, recruitment and then graduate opportunites were well defined.

PwC allowed me to travel for a few days to observe some work in action - that I was very eager to see. I also developed key skills through my project work. However, very little formal training opportunities.

Graduate opportunities available - placement students can go back to uni with a graduate offer already in place. Lots of potential for promotion and development areas in the future also.

I was slightly isolated in my placement as I was the only placement in my department. Other departments with multiple placement student probably had more of a social scene. However I had regular social outings with my department and also with friends I made along the way.

Lived at home so it was very cheap but in general Belfast is not at all expensive to live, work and socialise.

Nightlife is very good with a blend of clubs and plenty of bars in the local area. The city is full of students so you could go out every night if you want

Events such as white collar boxing has been set up, 'ride the nation', (a cycling event to raise money for charity) as well as marathons, pilates etc. Within the city there is also plenty to do with loads of sports clubs in the local area.