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Trainee Tax Advisor Review

at EY

Higher Level Apprenticeship

Accounting

London

Review Submitted: March 2021

Overall Rating

4.6 /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
4/5 - Skills Development
4.6/5 - 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
Involves general admin on engagements and technical tax analysis. Also, I am involved with corresponding with HMRC and other teams coordinating various workstreams.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
I really enjoy my programme and it has given me already so many opportunities to learn/develop as a young professional.

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
I have learnt skills of leadership, time management and proactiveness. Beyond these soft skills, I have learnt many technical skills useful for client work.

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
Every aspect of the course has been thought out in detail.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
Lots of support from time to learn on the job and college study leave. They understand what I have experienced as well as my limitations.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
They give me plenty of time and there are many people who offer to answer questions I have.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
It gives me insights into best practices/standards.
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
There are plenty of societies to join for your interests.

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend EY to a friend?
Yes
Why?
They are a huge company that has incredible out reach. By this I mean, being part of EY creates opportunities for both work and personally.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to EY?
Be authentic and be your self. EY look for people who are diverse in thought.
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