Pros
2 years guaranteed salary. If you received a 2:1 from a respectable university you will be competent enough to secure a placement through FDM Group. The client interviews tend to be quick and informal, almost like a done deal. You will make a network of like-minded individuals who are also struggling in the job market (usually why they end up at the academy in the first place).
Cons
The obvious ones are out there already. I have a few more: The job descriptions provided in the academy are usually non-existent. Sometimes you will have no idea what role you are about to interview for! The problem with this is that if the client likes you but you realise you are not a fit for the role, they could hire you and you cannot turn it down. Then you are stuck in that role for as long as needed. Account managers will do all they can to keep you on-site if you want to leave the placement and look for a new role at the academy. Some people love their 2 years and go on to be permanent employees at these companies. In my opinion it is a BIG gamble to give 2 years of your life to FDM Group. As a young graduate as long as you are prepared to move around the U.K for roles-they are out there. No need to go to through FDM group. If you are reading this, please keep applying elsewhere!