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Kier Group

HR Graduate Review

at Kier Group

Higher Level Apprenticeship

Human Resources

Rushden, Northamptonshire

Review Submitted: April 2024

Overall Rating

3.9 /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 - Overview of Role
5/5 - Skills Development
3.2/5 - 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
This is a rotational graduate scheme, spending 9 months in the HR Shared Services, 1 year in a Centre of Excellence and 1.5 years as an assistant HR Business Partner. Currently, I sit within the Rewards and Benefits CoE and primarily focus on benefit communications.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
I have really enjoyed my programme and have felt listened to when feedback has been shared. Any feedback shared has been acted upon.

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
- Communication
- Stakeholder Management
- Time Management
- Courage to Challenge
- HR Specialist Skills
- Project Management
- Networking Skills

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
The programme is structured well, giving us a breadth of experience throughout HR facets.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
I receive frequent support from my employer, especially my line manager. I know any feedback I share will be acted upon.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
3/5
I receive a fair amount of support from my training provider
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
Currently I would not say it helps in my day to day role as i'm in a specialist role which the qualification has yet to cover, however I do believe that it has supported the development of my soft skills.
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
1/5
No

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend Kier Group to a friend?
Yes
Why?
The people. Kier have an incredibly supportive and value driven culture which diffuses through all areas of the business.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Kier Group?
- Be yourself
- Research the company values and projects
- Be willing to learn
- Work brilliantly with people
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