Solicitor Apprentice Review

Day to day, my role involves activities such as drafting different types of forms, researching different types of regulations, drafting emails or even joining client calls and note-taking. The work gives you a real taste of what type of things you could expect in a career with KPMG, and you get a lot of responsibility.

Yes, I've definitely learned some new skills. These include general workplace things such as how to construct an email, how to take notes during a meeting, or how to deliver information effectively. But also other skills, such as how to research effectively and how to manage internal systems to get things done.

I actually really enjoy my programme, I find that within the teams I work in, they give me a big opportunity to get stuck in and they give me responsibility over tasks. There is also a lot of support from your team and your peers which is great in helping you navigate the workplace.

The apprenticeship is okay in terms of organisation and structure, there could be more clarity in terms of the rotations on the programme. As well as more accessibility in terms of asking questions around the programme itself. However, as this is the first cohort of the apprenticeship its to be expected.

We do receive a decent amount of support from the employer, however it mainly comes from within the teams we are working in. In my experience they are very understanding of the challenges that come with working and learning and they definitely try their best to be flexible with it.

I would say that BPP isn't the most supportive in terms of the learning element of the apprenticeship. This is because the lectures tend to focus on going over a specific scenario rather than the actual content we are learning. Also there are technical issues quite consistently with the hub.

The qualification does help with the role to an extent, as it gives background context and information for specific topics or issues for when they come up. Certain modules definitely have more relevance than others, and it is to be considered that KPMG is not a traditional law firm, so what we learn may have less direct relevance. However sometimes it is directly relevant.

Yes definitely. KPMG has several internal clubs to get involved with. They have a variety of different groups and clubs to cater to everyone's preferences. They also have networks that enable you to meet different members of the KPMG community, such as the Hindu Network or the students community.

Yes

I would recommend KPMG to a friend as working here has allowed me to undertake so many opportunities and experiences that I would not have if I went to Uni traditionally. Also the people here are amazing, and so welcoming and understanding - making it a great first place to work.

I would definitely try to fully understand the values and find situations where you may have put them into practise, also make sure to showcase yourself - not what you think KPMG might want. Also try to understand how it is not a traditional Law firm, but that this is a positive in that it allows you to be apart of a company that is constantly looking to the future.