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PwC

Sep 14, 2024

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Placement Program
  • Accounting & Tax
    Business, Operations & Strategy
  • Quick Apply

AI generated summary

  • You must be on a four-year degree with a sandwich placement, have 96 UCAS points, and be on track for at least a 2.1. No work permits are considered for Channel Islands placements.
  • You’ll deliver audit services, collaborate with clients and colleagues, balance on-site and office work, and study for professional exams, with potential travel during peak periods.

Requirements

  • - Our Business Placements are available only to students on four-year degree programmes that feature a sandwich placement element.
  • - You need to have achieved 96 UCAS points and be on track for at least a 2.1 result in your degree.
  • - Due to immigration restrictions in Jersey and Guernsey the Channel Islands firm is unable to consider trainee candidates who require work permits.

Responsibilities

  • - You’ll be providing market leading audit services to an unprecedented range of clients.
  • - Depending on your client’s needs, your time will be split between working at client premises, working in the office and studying for your professional exams.
  • - We trust our people to be where our clients need them to be, working together with our colleagues in person as often as needed.
  • - Some travel is possible for work and you should expect there to be busy times of the year.

FAQs

What is the focus of the Assurance, Business Placement role?

The focus of the Assurance, Business Placement role is to provide a range of Assurance services and business advice to various clients, leveraging the latest technology to enhance corporate governance and the reliability of clients' information.

Who is eligible to apply for this business placement?

The business placement is available only to students on four-year degree programs that include a sandwich placement element.

What academic qualifications are required to apply?

Applicants need to have achieved at least 96 UCAS points and be on track for at least a 2.1 result in their degree.

Does the role require a work permit?

Yes, due to immigration restrictions in Jersey and Guernsey, the firm is unable to consider trainee candidates who require work permits.

What kind of clients will I work with during the placement?

You will work with a diverse range of clients, from multinational companies and family businesses to governments and private individuals across various industries such as banking, private equity, and consumer finance.

Will I receive support for my professional exams during the placement?

Yes, business placement students will have the opportunity to study towards their professional Chartered Accounting qualification, and the work experience will count towards the time experience requirement.

What skills are important for success in this role?

Important skills include trusted leadership, the ability to inspire and empower others, championing distinctive outcomes, and delivering results—all underpinned by the global leadership framework known as Evolved PwC Professional.

What type of training will I receive during the placement?

The training program includes hands-on coaching, a variety of work experiences, and a development framework that broadens and deepens your business, personal, and technical skills.

How will my time be divided during the placement?

Your time will be split between working at client premises, working in the office, and studying for your professional exams.

When should I apply for this business placement position?

It is recommended to apply as early as possible since applications may close early due to high volume of interest.

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PwC

Accounting
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1998
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) is one of the Big 4 accounting firms and a leading professional services organisation. PwC offers a broad range of services, including audit and assurance, tax consulting, advisory, and legal services. They work with clients across various industries, from multinational corporations to startups, providing insights, expertise, and solutions to help them address complex challenges and achieve their goals. PwC's ultimate mission is to build trust in society and solve important problems. They strive to enhance transparency, integrity, and accountability in financial reporting, while also supporting sustainable business practices and societal advancement. PwC's purpose is to contribute to creating trust and value for their clients, people, and wider stakeholders, driving confidence and fostering innovation in a rapidly changing world.

Culture & Values

  • Act with integrity

    Speak up for what is right, especially when it feels difficult. Expect and deliver the highest quality outcomes. Make decisions and act as if our personal reputations were at stake.

  • Make a difference

    Stay informed and ask questions about the future of the world we live in. Create impact with our colleagues, our clients and society through our actions. Respond with agility to the ever changing environment in which we operate.

  • Care

    Make the effort to understand every individual and what matters to them. Recognise the value that each person contributes. Support others to grow and work in the ways that bring out their best.

  • Work together

    Collaborate and share relationships, ideas and knowledge beyond boundaries. Seek and integrate a diverse range of perspectives, people and ideas. Give and ask for feedback to improve ourselves and others.

  • Reimagine the possible

    Dare to challenge the status quo and try new things. Innovate, test and learn from failure. Have an open mind to the possibilities in every idea.

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