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Cooper Parry

Tax trainee Review

at Cooper Parry

Higher Level Apprenticeship

Tax

Castle Donington

Review Submitted: April 2025

Overall Rating

4.5 /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!

4.5/5 - Overview of Role
4/5 - Skills Development
4.2/5 - Structure and Support

Overview of Role

Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
4/5
I mostly do tax computations, I do initial preparation and then updates once they are reviewed. I also tag signed accounts so they can be understood by the HMRC software. I will also assist tax managers with various other jobs like professional clearance or HMRC calls.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I really enjoy this programme. I get along with all of my colleagues and it is nice that there are several other people going through exams with me. I like the mixture of college and work but also look forward to qualifying! I find the topics interesting both in college and what I am learning through work.

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
I have learnt how to use multiple different software and have developed my communication skills through HMRC calls, client communication, and communication with managers. I have learnt a lot about tax and accounting and have also developed my researching skills so I am able to look up areas I am less sure on.

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
Cooper Parry and Kaplan seem to have good communication and I appreciate the flexibility granted with studying. It seems to be well organised and there lots of support and information for any questions.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
My employer is very supportive, my line manager will listen if I have any concerns and will help as best as they can. If I am feeling overwhelmed they are able to move work around that will suit both me and the team. They care about my opinion and encourage feedback both ways.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
Kaplan is also very supportive. There are many resources available whilst studying including the ability to call a tutor to go through any tricky areas. The tutors reassure us that they are always happy to answer and questions both during and after college.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
Several of the exams I have completed are not directly relevant to my job, however, the information I have learnt is still related and helps me understand the bigger picture and background information for my work. It gives me confidence with the work I do which helps me perform better in my role.
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
3/5
There are social activities I can participate in. I have not looked into these in detail and have not participated in many. However I have attending one-off/annual events like the christmas party and other social activities. We also regularly have a "tax breakfast" which allows me to socialise with the team.

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend Cooper Parry to a friend?
Yes
Why?
I think it is a great company, very inclusive and clearly cares about its employees. It prioritises welfare which ultimately results in higher productivity. The office is a fun space to work but the flexibility is also great. I can work from home whenever and there is also an open holiday policy. I am also proud that it is a certified B-corp company.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Cooper Parry?
Our values are important to the company (be nice, be brave, keep learning, play all in, we're in it together). Sharing similar values would mean you would be a good fit for the company.
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