Financial Markets Authority Reviews

Us interns have been told that we will be told whether we are being offered a graduate role 1-2 weeks after we finish which is very promising as it means we do not need to go through the whole interview process again.

The FMA supports New Zealand's transition to an integrated financial system - one that looks beyond financial returns to also consider non-financial factors. Currently my project as with many others is about ensuring consumers get fair outcomes rather than focusing on allowing the sector to make as much money as possible to the detriment of the consumer

There are virtually no barriers to who I can talk to within the company. Higher ups in the organization are very approachable and we are encouraged to do so. The socializing among colleagues is great and everyone is always willing to lend a hand!

Great connection with TupuToa and team is quite diverse ethically and in terms of background.

My role involves completing two research projects, so most of the time I am working on these projects. I would also occasionally have some intern information and catch-up sessions accompanied with meeting with various stakeholders as part of the drafting of my research.

Managers are nice, and really great to work with. Honest, but their constructive feedback will help you to be on track with what you need to do.

I absolutely love the offices we work in. The office is nicely arranged, and the furniture is nicely placed. Monitors are in great working condition, and I have been able to work on a height adjustable desk for the first time. What a great way to allow employees to work flexibly and to their liking! The only thing is sometimes the air conditioning is a bit strong and I tend to feel good but not much I guess I can do as I don't think you can control it. But apart from that its great!

I really enjoyed my interview - it felt as if it was a conversation which made me very comfortable. The process was also very quick, finding out only a day or two after! I was asked quite a few questions. Some were usual generic interview questions such as 'Tell me about yourself", "what makes you want to work here", as well as some situational questions such as "tell me about a time when you created a solution to a problem", or "tell me a time when you were frustrated in a specific situation (or somewhere along those lines)"...

Pay is quite good for an internship. Also get "FMA days" over the Xmas break that aren't public holidays which ensures we get paid over that entire period. Their perks and benefits are fantastic - the fact they allow new employers to the company have annual leave is amazing and I have not heard of this before. the Christmas "gift of time" leave was also great, and I think even a lot of us interns really appreciated it. Very generous leave policies. sick leave is also great.

Training was well planned out and was easy to access in my own time. However, I think a bit more training with using their customer management tool would have been helpful, but it was still easy to navigate.

The FMA has been very flexible with hours. There is some days where I would start work earlier and others where I would end earlier. This approach requires trust but with adequate oversight makes me my most productive.

Ensuring that companies are being truthful and accurate in their climate disclosures is a great way the FMA ensure a positive environmental impact.