Unstructured program - Associate Consultant Capco Employee Review

2.0
Jun 11, 2023
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

One big pool of resources, unlike big4 with many different business area classified.

Cons

Associate talent program is not a structured program. They train entry level people for 2-3 weeks, then put them into projects. Salary increment very small, bonus very small, and career path unclear. You might not get promoted even after 2 yrs. Some projects are super chill, some projects very demanding. Yet same rewards.

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Capco Response
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Thank you for your feedback and as you state, Capco colleagues have the opportunity to work across different domains and capabilities. This allows individuals to explore different areas, acquire new skills and develop their own career path in line with their goals and aspirations. Our ATP program is highly regarded in the firm and many of our Associates build long and rewarding careers at Capco, with a number of our leaders starting out on this program. It involves a structured onboarding period as well as ‘on the job’ learning with support from senior colleagues and a Coach. If anyone feels they need additional support at any time they should reach out to their HR Business Partner to discuss. Capco regularly undertakes a salary benchmarking exercise to ensure that the compensation offered is competitive in the market in order to attract and retain the best talent. We run promotion cycles twice per year and individuals who have been performing at the next level for a sustained period can be considered for promotion. There is a clear assessment process and criteria for promotions which is shared with all employees. Please reach out to your HR Business Partner if you would like to discuss your feedback further.

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Varied client work — Different clients and project types, which keeps things interesting. Real project mobility — You can move between projects when you advocate for yourself (within reason). Approachable leadership — Senior leaders are open to conversations if you reach out. Good development resources — Plenty of training and growth opportunities if you take advantage of them. Strong teams — Colleagues are smart, capable, and great to work with. Entrepreneurial environment — New ideas are encouraged, and there’s room to take initiative.

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Long hours vary by project — Like most any professional job, some engagements require extended hours for prolonged periods, but work–life balance really depends on the client and team. Additional internal responsibilities — Depending on level, there can be a significant amount of firm‑support work outside of client delivery. Domain alignment not guaranteed — You may not always be staffed on projects that match your domain expertise. Coaching alignment constraints — Coaching relationships are tied to domain, which limits flexibility in choosing formal mentors. Long engagements (sometimes) — Some projects run for long durations or through multiple extensions. It can provides stability but may reduce variety in client and project experience depending on what you’re looking for.

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