Clara Data Analyst Review

Item: Clara Data Analyst at KPMG
Rating: 4.1
Author: Anonymous

at KPMG

Degree Apprenticeship

Finance

Canary Wharf

Review Submitted: March 2023

Overall Rating

4.1 /5

The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!

4/5 - Overview of Role

5/5 - Skills Development

3.6/5 - Structure and Support

Overview of Role

Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

4/5

I work as an apprentice on the KPMG Clara Data Analytics Team. This role involves leveraging data analytical tools to provide key insights to Audit Teams. On a day-to-day I am responsible for extracting and processing data from an Audited entities ERP system.

To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

4/5

I really enjoy my programme, it is challenging at times to juggle both work and university commitments however I definitely believe its worth it. This apprenticeship has ultimately boosted my confidence as I have obtained great industrial knowledge whilst working towards a degree.

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

5/5

I have had the opportunity to develop several new skills on this apprenticeship. My team is very trusting and allowed me to get involved in a range of tasks that ultimately enhanced my technical knowledge. My communication and presentation skills have also been enhanced through my role.

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?

4/5

The programme is well structured and there is support available for apprentices. KPMG provide me with study days that are purely dedicated towards my university commitments which has really helped me stay on top of my job role and study requirements

How much support do you receive from your employer?

3/5

I receive support from my employer to expand my knowledge and diversify my skillset. I am encouraged and granted the opportunity to get involve with a range of tasks.

How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?

3/5

BPP offers 2 hour lectures per week for each topic. This gives us the chance to interact and collaborate with lecturers on a weekly basis.

How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?

4/5

My training provider has centred a few of our assignments in alignment to our job role. Often we are tasked with suggest an innovative solution to an issue we have identified within our team.

Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)

4/5

I have been involved in a few networking events at work and I deem them to be a great way to meet new people and gain a deeper understanding of the business as a whole.