Willis Towers Watson was on the top of my list as I had been aware of its name and reputation for years. Consulting was the area I knew I wanted to explore.

It was positive. The responses I got from the recruiting team were always quick and clear. The online application process was easy to follow.

My responsibilities included sorting and analyzing data, making clear outlines and summaries, and communicating efficiently to managers and clients. I participated in major projects, which included summarizing data on provider assumptions on pricing models, rates and the like, as well as reviewing tech reports and conducting an analysis of potential outsourcing clients.

I gained professional skills and knowledge and improved my communication skills. Every project I took part in, every discussion I attended, every colleague I worked with — contributed to the overall educational experience.

It was somewhat overwhelming at first to realize that, as an intern, I had full responsibility for a specific part of a project. Getting used to a new role initially felt challenging, and I wasn’t sure if I was understanding things correctly or delivering things as expected. But all my peers and managers were so encouraging. They gave me positive feedback and full credit for doing my part. All this helped me feel supported throughout my internship. I felt appreciated and trusted by my team, which made me want to work harder.

The outsourcing case I worked on was creative and interesting. We needed to analyze the financial data, strategic information and human resource strategy of potential clients. We used various information sources to create benchmarks for pursuing new business and making deals. It was a great opportunity for me to solve open-ended, real-world problems from the ground up.
I also enjoyed getting to work with nice, friendly people who were always open to questions and offered help when I needed it. As an intern with limited knowledge, they were always patient with me and taught me a lot. Also, the company provided a great deal of support for me to continue my course of study and take certification exams, which I very much appreciated.

The culture is flexible and respectful. Working on multiple projects while studying for my exams required good time management skills. People and management are flexible — you get to make your own plan as long as you can deliver your work on time.

I look forward to studying and passing exams so I can get industry certifications. I’d like to explore different business lines and work toward becoming an expert in the insurance industry, and pursue a consultant role.

Be willing to learn quickly. Working in a consulting company can be diverse and intense, and you have the opportunity to try different roles on different projects. You should take the initiative and be confident, as the work moves quickly. Know you were hired for a reason and are there to make a contribution. Every single day can be your opportunity if you are willing to take it in and enjoy it.
You’ll feel comfortable and appreciated working here.

Having studied for some actuarial exams at university, I was keen to understand the practical aspect of the theoretical knowledge I was gaining. Willis Towers Watson gave me the opportunity to work for some of the biggest pension schemes in the country, which was a perfect opportunity to learn the essence of the industry.

I started my career as an intern with Willis Towers Watson India a few years ago and now I work as an associate with Willis Towers Watson UK. Having worked as an associate on defined benefit schemes in India, I wanted to get exposure to the pension industry in another country. As one of the largest actuarial companies with a presence in multiple countries, Willis Towers Watson made getting an opportunity to work in another country easier. I applied for a position in the UK, was contacted by HR and after a few in-depth interviews, was made an offer to transfer.
Willis Towers Watson’s Global Mobility team made the transition a smooth one, and I felt supported at every step. It was definitely a big change driven primarily for the purpose of career advancement. Now that I have been in the UK for almost 10 months, I feel the move has helped me grow both professionally and personally.

As an intern I was responsible for shadowing consultants in the preparation of valuation reports for clients for accounting purposes. It gave me a good understanding of how pension liabilities impact the ledger for multinational corporations. I also got an opportunity to sharpen my Excel skills by creating a spreadsheet for automating a process.

Willis Towers Watson has an extensive training programme, along with great study support. To succeed an actuary, we need to maintain a balance between work, study and social life. Having a generous study policy made things easier. Also there were frequent social events with the team where I got to interact with senior consultants and actuaries; learning from their experiences was definitely an added benefit.

At a very early stage in my career, I had an opportunity to work closely with a senior consultant supporting a client that was implementing a government-driven defined contribution pension scheme. It involved managing a project with multiple stakeholders and tight timelines. We started by selecting a third-party administrator, and then had discussions with senior management at the client company to ensure they had the platform required to introduce the new pension scheme to employees.

From having the opportunity to attend client meetings and work with communication experts to prepare content for employee awareness, this experience provided incredible exposure to project management and to the client.

The culture is diverse, with something for everyone. One of the best things about my job is the ability to interact with members of the team at all different levels. I love that I get to learn new things from highly experienced actuaries. I also enjoy the sincere appreciation I receive from not only my manager, but from the people I work with directly.

Willis Towers Watson has a superior reputation and plays a leading role in the consulting industry.

I have been an intern in the Talent and Rewards segment based in the Beijing office in China for three months. My role mainly involves assisting in conducting industry research in the early stages of a project, participating in customer interviews (collecting, sorting and analyzing the interview data) and, finally, writing a research report. The assigned work gets you to think more and learn to complete the tasks. Through the learning and training involved in the internship, we are rewarded with not only professional improvement, but also the development of interpersonal skills. Plus, it’s wonderful to be surrounded by a large number of brilliant colleagues.

I have learned both technical skills targeted to my job, such as the language around talent management and how to deal with data and use Excel software. I have also learned skills relative to the work experience overall, such as communication skills, stress tolerance and interpersonal skills. I have also received invitations to many social and marketing events, which I plan on attending in the coming months.

I plan to continue supporting senior consultants and improve my skills. In time, I hope to expand my skills to complete consulting projects on my own.

Be prepared for challenging but rewarding work. You may have to work overtime, but you will get more than you can imagine from the experience.

Though I was interested in many companies, Willis Towers Watson stood out at the career fair in my school. When I learned that some of the brightest students at my school had their internship here, and they consistently praised the culture of the company, I knew it was worth pursuing.

Willis Towers Watson was extremely professional, and the process was surprisingly brief and efficient. They never let me feel like a statistic in their pool of candidates. Immediately after my initial interview, the recruiters called me back to schedule my final interview.

As a talent acquisition intern, I assisted in the end-to-end process of recruitment. I worked on creating and managing communication materials for special projects, auditing projects and was also involved with event organization. I was pleased to have direct communication with candidates on an immersive level. This provided tangible work experience in an intern role, and made me feel valued and trusted by my peers.

The in-depth mentorship that I had with my recruiter was especially appreciated. The training and development went beyond what I would have expected from an internship. I was treated like a colleague and not like an intern. It’s this kind of exposure that allowed me to grow as a professional.
My team exemplified the values that Willis Towers Watson aims to uphold. Being exposed to this type of environment helped me further understand what it means to take initiative, have integrity, prioritize client experiences and be held accountable for your actions.

I’ve learned the art of balancing my own roles on top of ad hoc projects and covering for unavailable colleagues. I’ve learned to think beyond what my job description entails and focus on what needs to be done for the best results possible. Whenever I encountered a difficulty, my manager would challenge me to consider what should be done, rather than solving things for me.

Being able to participate in client-facing work with the hiring managers for internship roles was a highlight. I find it very rewarding whenever I see new hires in the offices; it gives me a solid sense of what it means to be a recruiter. On the social side, dressing up in an elaborate costume for Halloween and competing against other floors for the best decorated floor in the office was a chance to be creative with my busy colleagues in a different way.

I’ve always wanted to be a lawyer who also practices organizational development in human resources.

Always research the role you’re applying for — it shows that you’re interested and allows you to understand if the role is the right fit. Use the job description and company website, but also don’t be shy about asking your recruiter questions about the role and the culture.
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