Good for some not for others! - Senior Programmer Manager FDM Group Employee Review

3.0
Sep 18, 2017
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Training, fixed salary, stability a good support network as I career transitioned. Can secure good roles in Fintec and public sector which might otherwise not be available to employees looking for a new challenge

Cons

Under paid for market, tight employment contract geared around graduates not mature professionals £15000 bond for first two years of employment

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FDM Group Response
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Thank you for your feedback. Even though the FDM Careers Programme is primarily made up of graduates, we also have an ex-Forces and returners to work pathway as you probably know (for those who have been on a career break). Ultimately, we assist individuals from a variety of backgrounds to bridge the gap they are facing (due to lack of experience in the field, lack of training, lack of confidence or simply lack of opportunities). The training is fully funded by FDM and, like any business, FDM needs to realise a return, this is why the two-year bond is in place – allowing the fees to be paid back only on the rare occasion that the contract isn’t fulfilled. However, the vast majority of FDM consultants do progress to enjoy successful and rewarding careers like you have. I would welcome the opportunity to discuss your feedback further if you’re up for it. Please feel free to email me directly, my email address is jonathan.young@fdmgroup.com Jonathan Young – CIO

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