KPMG 360 Apprentice Review
at KPMG
Higher Level Apprenticeship
Accounting
Birmingham
Review Submitted: May 2021
Overall Rating
4.9 /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!
4.5/5
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Overview of Role
5/5
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Skills Development
4.8/5
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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 in IGH Operations Transformation within Consulting. Many of the projects i work on assist organisations in improving their services and thinking of strategic ways for them achieve this. Day to day, i meet with the team and take on client feedback to produce quality outputs as a team
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I feel so grateful to work for such an amazing firm. I am able to work with amazing people everyday and learn from some of the top experts in the idustry. I enjoy working on the incredible clients we have and also gaining such valuable experiences at a young age is the best part of the job
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
I have significantly improved on my communication skills as a result of working at KPMG. I have and will continue to build my accounting skills, having already completed level 3 AAT, i will work up to level 7 and beyond. I have grown in confidence and realise my potential to continue throughout my apprenticeship
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
The programme is very well organised. As an apprentice we are able to work and study at the same time and our exams and tuition are scheduled for the whole programme so we are aware of what's coming up which enables us to plan and meet all deadlines
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
There are endless offers of support at KPMG. One thing i have learned is that no matter what problem your facing, there is always someone/something in place to support you. It is so important to feel safe and supported by your employer and at KPMG, I certainly do
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
The support is endless. For example, during exam season, we have access to achievement ladder steps, recordings of lectures, scheduled live forums to ask tutors questions, question banks with practice assessments and much more. All of which undoubtedly enables you to be prepared for an exam. Everything is there, as long as you put the work in, you will succeed
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
Having completed the first stage of my qualification, I feel much more confident when approaching different tasks at work. The exams directly link towards the work you undertake and you can always see the benefit of completing the qualification almost immediately after as you are able to take on more responsibilities
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
5/5
There are countless events available to you within KPMG. There is literally something for everyone and our inclusive values ensure that we can all get involved in whatever we may want to. We also receive a volunteering allowance for the year which encourages all staff to support the communities we work in
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend KPMG to a friend?
Yes
Why?
You are surrounded by amazing people everyday and the experiences you are exposed to are incredible. You have the opportunity to work with some of the biggest clients and gain your quaification along the way. You are supported in everything you do and encouraged to be yourself everyday which is fantastic
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to KPMG?
First of all, be yourself! KPMG are such an inclusive firm and support people from any background so authenticity is key. Take your time and research into the firm when preparing for your interview and ask as many questions as possible. One thing i wish i knew earlier is that no question is a silly one!
