Data analyst Review

To perform data cleaning, analyse data in MS SQL depending on the procedure being performed and generate various reports according to requirements.

There is a great deal of information I have learnt. Ranging from learning about specialised software like SQL, Power Bi and Excel, to improving various soft skills like communication in both verbal and written format.

I am quite engaged with the content of my programme and it allows me to constantly challenge myself with the appropriate support available at every step.

This is a new programme, so there wasn't a tried and tested fixed structure, however we were given a summary of what we will be expected to achieve per year and we have been kept informed of any changes or upcoming events with more than sufficient time on our hands.

There is ample support provided at all steps. All members of staff have been extremely welcoming and are happy to advise or directly assist with a problem, whenever they are able to.

The training provider responds to my emails and queries relatively quickly. We have all been provided monthly 1 to 1s with our coaches and there is also a review with our coach and our performance manager (from KPMG) to discuss progress and any grey areas.

The qualification has helped me gain an understanding of the software to a degree where I can perform my role at a much better level, whilst having the technical knowledge of how and why to undertake the tasks that I do. I feel this has helped me engage much better with my team.

There are several. A variety of networks you can join depending on your tastes. In addition there are sports teams too (I chose cricket) which you can join and network with people in various departments which bring several benefits along with it.

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There is a culture which encourages you to be yourself whilst giving you various opportunities to expand your horizons, all the while providing you with a great amount of support, should you require it.

KPMG is a great place to join regardless of where you are in your career. That does generate some competition between applicants and cause nerves to creep in during interviews. However if you are able to provide an honest outlook on your willingness to learn and ability to adapt whilst adhering to KPMGs values, you should feel quite pleased with yourself. All the best.