Higher Apprentice in Tax Review

by PwC

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

6.2/10

1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

Complete tax returns, correspond with HMRC, speak with clients via email or telephone, work in a close knit team, as part of an extended team.

7/10

2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

I have learnt a vast amount. Not only technicle knowledge but also I have developed myself and I have seen what my strengths and weaknesses are. I am yet to achieve my professional qualification but I am working towards it. My business 'know how' has developed greatly.

7/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I enjoy the learning aspect of this programme. I have a great team and get on very well with most which I feel improves the working environment greatly. With regards to the company culture, I am still trying to figure this one out...I am not sure if the corporate culture is right for me. I do enjoy aspect of the programme however in regards to the diploma I do not feel it is of great benefit to me.

5/10

4. How valued do you feel by PwC?

I think certain individuals are better at showing their appreciation than others. My manager and some people within the team are great at making you feel valued. However I feel that PwC on a whole expects an exceptional amount from people. Those who do not know how to say no will burn out very quicklly in this environment.

2/10

5. How well organised/structured is your programme?

I do not have much to base this on but I would say that it is okay, could be better but could also be worse.

5/10

6a. How much support do you receive from your training provider?

Vast amount of support.

10/10

6b. How much support do you receive from your employer?

Again, vast amount of support is available when needed.

10/10

7. How well does your salary/package meet your costs?

The salary is extremely hard to live off. If you have rent/mortgage to pay plus a car and other bills to pay you will not be able to live off this salary.

1/10

8. Are there many opportunities outside of work?

Yes there are a lot of events organised outside of work. PwC loves a good social and networking event.

9/10

9. Would you recommend PwC to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

Yes and no. Yes - if you want to develop yourself to an extremely high level and achieve professional qualifications. Use PwC for what it can do for your career. No - as it is not somewhere that fits my personality but I am making the most of this opportunity and keep thinking of what it can do for me.

10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to PwC?

Make sure you research all options available to you. I am doing this programme after having gone to university. Do not rule university out, it was the best years of my life and I would 100% push everyone to give university a go as this programme will still be here once you have finished!