The firm is comprised of a group of about 10 friendly co-workers who are for the most part warm and accommodating. It is a close-knit group with most employees having been there for several years. The firm operates under a hybrid model, which I enjoyed.
What I wish was different
There is no onboarding process at this firm; it does not have the capacity to develop new associates out of college. From day one, you will be given a lot of material to process "drinking water out of a fire hose', with little to no training involved, and will be expected to produce at least two audits per week within the first few weeks of employment. You are encouraged to ask questions, which you will have to do frequently to get the job done correctly as there is a lot to learn, but you will have to rely on the good graces of your coworkers. In addition, you will meet with the partner frequently in the first week or so to give feedback on your progress. This is solely for the partner to gauge your understanding of their processes and whether you are fit for the job or not. The bottom line is that you are expected to produce at least two audits per week within the first few weeks with little exception. The issue is there are a number of good reasons for not producing this number, one of which is you are relying on material to be sent to you by the client. This expectation might not be clearly articulated to you and you will for the most part receive little feedback on your performance. Failure to complete these audits for any reason could cause you to be viewed as unfit for the job. Lastly, if you are under consideration for being laid off, you will receive no warning.
Advice
If you are a new college graduate, this firm might not be the best fit for the start of your career.
