Rating

9.5/10
  • 1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
  • I currently work in audit. This involves going out to various client sites and preforming an audit. I am constantly working with new people and new client which makes my role extremely varied. As I am on the 360 programme I get the opportunity to rotate to different departments and explore the company more.

    8/10

  • 2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
  • Yes, I have developed my communication and presentation skills. I have learnt and developed lots of Excel skills which I use on a daily basis. I have developed professional competence and due care. I have also learnt how to manage my time more due to juggling my study with my work.

    10/10

  • 3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
  • It is very varied which I enjoy. No two days are really the same. I am constantly working with different people and learning different skills. I have gained a lot of self confidence since joining. Everybody is very inclusive and understanding of different skill levels. It is also a very varied programme.

    9/10

  • 4. How well organised/structured is your programme?
  • very well organised. I am always busy and know where I have to be and do. There is a team of people dedicated to looking after me as an apprentice. They constantly check up on me and check that I am on track and developing as I should be whilst enjoying the apprenticeship.

    9/10

  • 5. How much support do you receive from your employer?
  • Lots of support, everyone is always happy to help and teach no matter what level they are at. There is constantly lots of training is provided which can be either mandatory and optional. This includes both in person teacher training and online training which you can enrol yourself onto. I can speak about anything I need.

    10/10

  • 6. How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
  • Lots of support. I am always checked up on throughout courses. They have a 'steps' system where they can see if i have completed work which i should complete in order to stay on track. I have quarterly calls with a support coach to see how am I doing on on and off the job learning.

    10/10

  • 7. How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
  • It is very related. Even just learning the content has helped me understand my role more. It is very easy to relate what I am learning to my everyday role. I have understood things more as I develop more towards my qualification. It goes hand in hand with my job.

    10/10

  • 8. Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
  • Yes. Lots of different activities to get involved in. Including lots of monthly socials with the work team. This has helped me get to know more people on my team as there are so many people. There are activities such as running clubs, muslim societies, future leaders. There is also welcoming breakfasts where you can meet partners.

    10/10

  • 9a. Would you recommend KPMG to a friend?
  • Yes


  • 9b. Why?
  • It is a great company to work for. It has very high standards. Even just saying that you work there puts you in a good position as it is a global company. Everyone is friendly and welcoming. It embraces everyones different cultures and opinions. It takes into account everyones ideas.


  • 10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to KPMG?
  • Learn about the company by doing research on their website etc. Listen to the news and get to know what's going on in the business world. Take every opportunity you get as there are lots of talks and work experience opportunities. Learn about their values and more importantly, Be yourself.


Details

Higher Level Apprenticeship

Accounting, Finance

Leeds

May 2019


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