Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames Reviews

Pros

This two-year graduate scheme, run by the Local Government Association, is a great opportunity to commence your career in public sector and local government. It's a two year programme across four different placements with a department of your choosing. Managers so far have been extremely supportive and there is plenty of opportunity to be able to work closely with senior colleagues. Also one of the friendliest environments I have worked in.

Cons

It's a shame that there is no guarantee of a job (or that the scheme doesn't lead into a full time position at a higher level) after the two year contract, as talent is not retained, and usually lost to other areas such as the Civil Service, public sector consultancies etc...

Pros

Flexible working and town centre

Cons

Culture and senior management hard

Pros

Nice surroundings with friendly people.

Cons

Poor support from management when pursing investigations.

Pros

They are all friendly and with good intentions They promise you equal opportunities

Cons

It is all a fake mask, it is everything rooted. No one will ever have a chance without the good contacts. The roles were given before they were open for applications. They don't read your cover letter either your CV, it is a waste of time if you don't know anyone inside there. Your experience and studies don't matter. There is no feedback or any kind of reply, only an automated depersonalised response after 3 months of waiting for the shortlist.

Pros

Nice place to work, nice people

Cons

Takes too long to get anything done