What is the difference between UK&I and FSO

Hi Molly, the difference is between the types of clients that that part of the business will serve. So our FSO practice will only serve financial services clients (banks, insurance companies and similar) and our UKI business cover all other industries.

The key difference between UK&I and FSO lies in the types of services they provide.

UK&I (United Kingdom & Ireland):

- This refers to EY's operations and services across the United Kingdom and Ireland, encompassing a broad range of industries and sectors.

- The focus here is on delivering Advisory, Assurance, Tax, and Transaction services to a wide variety of clients across different industries, such as technology, retail, manufacturing, public sector, and more.

- If you join EY in the UK&I division, you’ll likely work with clients from a diverse set of sectors, gaining exposure to different business challenges and industries.

FSO (Financial Services Organisation):

- FSO, on the other hand, is a specialized division that focuses specifically on the financial services sector. This includes banking, insurance, and asset management, among others.

- EY's FSO team provides tailored services to clients in these sectors, such as risk management, regulatory compliance, and digital transformation.

- Working within FSO means you’ll be more focused on the challenges that come with financial services, which may include complex regulations, fintech innovations, and financial risk management.

In summary, while UK&I covers a broad spectrum of industries across the UK and Ireland, FSO specializes specifically in the financial services sector. Choosing between the two will depend on whether you're more interested in working across diverse industries or if you're specifically drawn to the world of financial services.