Audit Trainee Review
at Mercer & Hole
School Leaver Programme
Accounting, Audit
St Albans
Review Submitted: May 2026
Overall Rating
4.3 /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
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Overview of Role
5/5
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Skills Development
4.2/5
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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 take part in accounts preparations, audits of limited companies and audits of charitable organisations.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
My job is challenging and varied depending on the type of company I am working on
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
I have learnt a lot of skills, such as soft skills (people), technical accounting skills, and IT skills.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
The programme is clearly well thought out, with a structure in place. At times things can get a bit confusing
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
The support is good when i ask for it. I feel like I could have done with a little more
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
The tuition is very good, and it doesn't focus purely on getting through the exams, but ensuring I get a lot out of the courses. The apprentice side of it could be a bit better.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
They are very well linked.
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
Yes, they have lots of networking events and sports activities
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Mercer & Hole to a friend?
Yes
Why?
They are a good employer who takes care of their staff.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Mercer & Hole?
Be honest in any applications because they like authenticity. You need to show you are willing to learn
