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Found 4,229 of over 79K reviews
3.9
76% Recommend to a Friend
PwC Chairman and Senior Partner PwC UK & Middle East Alliance Kevin Ellis
92% Approve of CEO

Found 35,610 of over 79K reviews

3.9
76%
Recommend to a Friend
92%
Approve of CEO
PwC Chairman and Senior Partner PwC UK & Middle East Alliance Kevin Ellis
Kevin Ellis
1,418 Ratings

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Pros
  • "Meet great people and overall an enjoyable and worthwhile experience even if you don't want to come back(in 4359 reviews)
  • "The resources we have to do our job is abundant and there is a good culture of talent cultivation from one level to the next.(in 2274 reviews)
  • "They had some good benefits and it was not too difficult to get time off during non(in 2042 reviews)
  • "You get to see various service lines within the transaction/ deals inustry Great colleagues and teamwork Steep learning curve(in 1553 reviews)
  • "great opportunities to start career and learn a lot about different industries and gain project experience(in 1179 reviews)
Cons
  • "No work life balance (70 hours week during busy season and 50 hours in off peak is a norm)(in 5517 reviews)
  • "Long hours and easy to get 'lost' as an employee due to the size of the company(in 4476 reviews)
  • "Long and late working hours(in 2815 reviews)
  • "The starting salary is low and the salary stays low until you get to roughly senior manager level.(in 2448 reviews)
  • "it was low pay low growth for a company who continually is out sold and out competed by daddy deloitte(in 1820 reviews)
    1. 5.0
      FEATURED REVIEW
      2 Apr 2023
      Senior Associate
      Current Employee, more than 1 year
      London, England
      Recommend
      CEO Approval
      Business Outlook

      Pros

      Company culture is the best I have ever experienced. Family feel. Great career opportunities.

      Cons

      Occasional long working hours. Work/Life balance

      1. 5.0
        26 Oct 2023
        Senior Associate
        Current Employee, more than 1 year
        London, England
        Recommend
        CEO Approval
        Business Outlook

        Pros

        Laid back, everyone is sound

        Cons

        Potentially have to work late

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        1. 2.0
          2 Dec 2023
          Associate - Operate
          Former Employee, less than 1 year
          London, England
          Recommend
          CEO Approval
          Business Outlook

          Pros

          - free hot drinks machines - nice offices and canteens - decent benefits - good wfh balance - good socials - opportunity to meet great people - if you are lucky you can move to another line of service (leave operate) - if constantly on projects it can be good

          Cons

          - pay is not the best in any of the big 4 at a lower level - progression seemed very biased - heavy favouritism within operate, unproffessional biases, bad attitude and behaviour overlooked, heavily critisized on small things - opportunities only given to the same individuals (often those who are the most unpleasant or non-inclusive) - being on the bench not on a project for long periods and being critisized daily - arguably too much of a feedback culture - diversity within operate is bad- microaggressions/subtle racism felt - if you join within a group, be prepared to tolerate high school mentality depending on your luck - sent on random short term projects nothing to do with the role, eats into own weekends for travel (not counted as worked hours) and often unpleasant work or mistreated by managers

          1
          1. 2.0
            4 Nov 2023
            Audit Manager
            Former Employee, more than 3 years
            London, England
            Recommend
            CEO Approval
            Business Outlook

            Pros

            Great on CV. Good exposure on high profile clients

            Cons

            In real terms, most partners and leadership dont really care about employee wellbeing aside from making fancy slogans. Raised mental health issues due to workplace to partners here and got nothing but a cold shoulder. Zero apology or explanation. The first question was- when will you submit the deliverable. All you are to them is a piece of machine. Now Im in another auditing firm, I am culture shocked in a positive way, I thought all audit firms were like this but turns out some are actually way better!! They brainwash you to thinking this is the only good career path in the world.

            5
            1. 2.0
              29 Nov 2023
              Senior Associate
              Current Employee, more than 1 year
              London, England
              Recommend
              CEO Approval
              Business Outlook

              Pros

              The people are incredible and become some of your best friends! Tons of flexibility and great work life balance depending on your LoS.

              Cons

              At the end of the day it’s a partnership, meaning that profit for the partners is of the utmost importance and will drive every business decision. If you are able to make peace with this, and accept that most of your work will contribute to a partner’s salary and bonus, then fine. But many become frustrated with the structure and bureaucracy of the company, and get tired of very little pay and reward.

              1
              1. 3.0
                4 Dec 2023
                Junior Management Consultant
                Current Employee, less than 1 year
                London, England
                Recommend
                CEO Approval
                Business Outlook

                Pros

                Work with a great team but it's really down to luck. Benefits are standard. Great opportunity to work in multiple different areas and given loads of responsibilities.

                Cons

                Not a great amount of study leave which is odd at this level. Most other apprentices ask managers to let them study during work hours. Could be fixed by giving days to study

                1. 4.0
                  27 Nov 2023
                  Executive Support
                  Current Employee, more than 1 year
                  London, England
                  Recommend
                  CEO Approval
                  Business Outlook

                  Pros

                  Great place to work. Role can be very busy but it’s flexible enough for you to manage your work/life balance. Perks are great and great office location.

                  Cons

                  End of fiscal year can be extremely busy and demanding. Maintaining a good work/life balance during this period can be hard but you can make up for it during quieter periods. Once you get in, moving up pay bracket can be very hard so make sure you negotiate well.

                  1
                  1. 2.0
                    20 Sept 2023
                    Senior Associate
                    Current Employee, more than 5 years
                    Belfast, Northern Ireland
                    Recommend
                    CEO Approval
                    Business Outlook

                    Pros

                    - People I work with around my grade are very good people. - A lot of people with good potential and idea sharing. - There can be opportunities to move across to other teams where you want to be in however it is not as clear cut as made out to be. - Bonus isn't bad.

                    Cons

                    - It has changed drastically since COVID with regards to it's 'deal' now backtracking on its flexibility for people. - The job you applied for isn't what you will get, you may be benched or put in a very different line of work where they want you to be regardless of the role you have applied for. This is a main reasoning for Associates/Senior Associates be 'short' in their moderation's for promotion and why many of my colleagues have left. - Level of pay isn't 'competitive', you may be working for quite some time but someone can come into the business at the same grade from another company on higher money in the band.

                    3
                    1. 2.0
                      5 Dec 2023
                      Consultant
                      Current Employee, more than 1 year
                      London, England
                      Recommend
                      CEO Approval
                      Business Outlook

                      Pros

                      Looks nice on the CV

                      Cons

                      Poor system of progression, just a popularity contest, not assessed based on skill

                      1. 3.0
                        17 Jul 2023
                        Manager
                        Current Employee, more than 1 year
                        Belfast, Northern Ireland
                        Recommend
                        CEO Approval
                        Business Outlook

                        Pros

                        Prestige: PwC is one of the "Big Four" accounting firms, well-respected in the industry. Learning Opportunities: PwC provides numerous opportunities for continuous learning and professional growth. Diverse Projects: Working on a variety of projects across different industries provides enriching experience. Networking: Opportunity to connect with a large network of professionals in various fields. Global Exposure: As a global firm, PwC offers exposure to international standards and practices. Career Growth: Clear paths for career progression and opportunities for advancement. Competitive Salary: PwC offers competitive compensation and benefits packages. Work Culture: Emphasizes diversity, inclusion, and work-life balance. Impactful Work: The chance to work on projects that have significant impact on clients' businesses. Innovative: PwC is recognized for its innovation and investment in technology.

                        Cons

                        Long Hours: Work-life balance can be challenging during peak times and busy seasons. High Pressure: The work can be demanding and stressful, with high expectations for quality and speed. Steep Learning Curve: The fast-paced and complex nature of the work can lead to a steep learning curve. Bureaucracy: Being a large organization, there can be a considerable amount of red tape and bureaucracy. Competitive Environment: The performance-based culture can sometimes foster internal competition. Travel: Depending on the role, there may be frequent or extensive travel, which might not be ideal for everyone. High Staff Turnover: Due to the demanding nature of the work, some departments may experience high turnover. Rigidity: Some might find the hierarchical structure and traditional business model of PwC rigid. Client Pressure: There can be significant pressure and demanding expectations from clients. Standardized Processes: Innovation and personal initiative can sometimes be stifled due to standardized processes and procedures.

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