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Mitchells and Butlers

Assistant Payroll Manager Review

at Mitchells and Butlers

Higher Level Apprenticeship

Human Resources

Birmingham

Review Submitted: April 2024

Overall Rating

5 /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!

5/5 - Overview of Role
5/5 - Skills Development
5/5 - Structure and Support

Overview of Role

Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
5/5
Ensuring payroll is accurate and efficient and HMRC compliant, that the payroll teams have everything they need to do a great job.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
Really good, I have learn things that I wouldn't have seen had I not been on the apprenticeship

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
Yes, the apprenticeship has supported me in learning and has really support me in my doing my job.

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
OK, it took a bit of adjustment to this way of learning. It seems that the approach is different to the way I have learnt during professional exams and academic study.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
My employer has been really supportive and helpful and has given my multiple opportunities for off the job learning.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
The format is different to anything that I have done before, but the more time I spend on the apprenticeship the more I enjoy the process. The apprenticeship provider has good resources but sometimes I think they are a bit dis-organised and my tutor lots of industry experience and is very responsive when I have questions about my assignments.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
It is a fundamental part of being able to perform effectively in my current role and be able to plan my career in the future.
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
Yes, there are.

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend Mitchells and Butlers to a friend?
Yes
Why?
I think M&B are are a great employer and would recommend them. M&B expect you to work hard but the management team and the support you get is second to none.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Mitchells and Butlers?
Do research about the company and ensure your values align. Be prepared to show you are hard working, a team player and that you are willing to learn. A good attitude and ability to get along with colleagues is more important than anything else.
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