FDM Group reviews

As is usual on GlassDoor, there seems to be a disproportionately large number of negative reviews for FDM Group. However, it is worth treating these with caution. I recently completed the Risk, Regulation and Compliance training programme and my experience has been overwhelmingly positive. Almost without exception, the FDM trainers are industry veterans who provide valuable insight and are always happy to help. In a very short period of time, I developed significant expertise across a range of subjects. FDM's client list is fantastic, and hard work can easily result in a career-defining placement. In my case, I interviewed with three leading investment banks and was offered an amazing job in exactly the area I wanted. To be clear, this would not have been possible without the training and connections that FDM afforded me. The vast majority of trainees are placed within 90 days of their programme's conclusion. In my case, 6/9 of my training intake were placed within 2 weeks, and the remaining 3 are almost certain to be placed within the next month. However, to draw attention to the headline of this review, any prospective candidate should be realistic about what they are getting themselves into: FDM is an organisation that provides opportunities, NOT guarantees. Receiving an offer to join one of the Group's training courses does not assure you of a job at the end of the programme. By providing relevant industry training and facilitating introductions to blue-chip clients, FDM opens many doors. The most successful candidates are those that work hard to exploit these opportunities. As long as you understand this and don’t consider yourself entitled to a job, FDM will help you achieve considerable success.

As most reviews I have read here I agree by saying that you will get exposure to working for some of the biggest companies in the UK which will offer you a strong foundation for a great career and earn you a lot of money after the two years at FDM are over. You will get an interesting role as PM/BA/Dev/Tester working in good teams and a very professional environment. For someone with no experience this is a rare opportunity I'd say. Training is alright but most of it doesnt apply to real work environment (i did PSO so not sure about Dev course) - trainers are cool and acknowledge how bad our situation is when waiting for a placement. Some good, some awful account managers - make sure you connect with the right ones. Free beer on the company party. The good thing is that once you are placed you barely have to deal with FDM anymore. You work in your company and most likely will be offered a contract after two years. You move on and leave them behind - believe me you will want to move away from FDM asap.