Based on 64 surveyed graduates working at EY Australia. Read on to get an insider’s view on life as a graduate.
3.9
Based on 64 reviews
Pros & Cons
The flexibility with my work schedule. I can work from home, or leave for appointments during the day if I need and make up the time some other days etc.
The people, learning and opportunities.
The opportunities available and having different aspects that are important to the company e.g. soccer tournament, ripples etc. Learning experience has been amazing and have had lots of hands-on help from upper management.
The work culture within EY's consulting practice has been incredibly welcoming in the early stages of my career. Off the bat, I've been given the opportunity to have a buddy (similar rank level) and counsellor (manager +) who have guided me in getting adapted to the team and ensuring I am exposed to different types of work.
Due to the size and complexity of the work we do at EY, an employee is able to expose themselves to a range of interesting working opportunities, as long as they are willing to extend themselves.
Salary is not the best.
The model of being coached by those that are only 1 or 2 years your senior... they might be a good worker, but that doesn't always make them a good teacher.
The salary at early stages.
End of Financial Year workload - unavoidable though and not the end of the world.
There are times where you may feel overwhelmed with what your key tasks/expectations are. This is something that gets better over time and is likely not specifically an EY issue - more something that is dealt with in other professional services companies as well.
What Insiders Say
7.8
Career Prospects
7.8
Career Prospects
There are many examples of individuals who started as graduates as I have, and have progressed to be very senior and successful.
Glad to see that EY has a few events to promote inclusivity which I have attended and am happy to be a part of as you feel you are making a difference.
I think the company cares a lot about diversity, which I am encouraged by. There are numerous individuals in the office who are LGBTIQA+, of diverse ethnic backgrounds, etc.
The level of flexibility depends on the job that you're on; the managers you work under, the actual level of workload. Generally, my schedule is as flexible as I would want it to be.