KPMG 360 Programme Review

by KPMG

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

7.9/10

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

Rotational programme in Audit, Tax, Advisory, Actuary and Technology. I am currently in Legal Services - Immigration. I am a legal assistant - supporting consultants as well as working on projects for senior managers.

7/10

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

Studying AAT - Becoming a Technicians level accountant. Will then study to become a charted accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA - you can also specialise in Actuary and Technology). You learn a lot of new skills depending on the department you are working in. A lot of excel skills, presentation skills (including public speaking) - Again skills depend on the department you are working in.

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

The programme is the best programme to be on in the whole accounting industry - it won the best grad and non grad programme award. However it is hard work and you have to give the programme a lot of your energy especially during exam times. So, in summary an excellent programme but at times you will be swamped.

7/10

4. How valued do you feel by KPMG?

KPMG does value employees.

8/10

5. How well organised/structured is your programme?

Very well structured - however you will not always get your first pick in terms of the department you want to be in.

8/10

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

BPP is good - however you will have to do a lot of work your self.

7/10

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

You get time off when going to University - However you have to do a lot of studying outside working hours. We don't get specific study days before exam however.

7/10

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

If you live at home then you will be able to live very comfortable and save a lot of money at the same time. However if renting you will have no savings - a lot of room for improvement in salary as you gain experience.

8/10

8. Are there many opportunities outside of work?

A lot of clubs and social events.

9/10

9. Would you recommend KPMG to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

An amazing opportunity to build the foundations of a very successful career.

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

Be serious about the interviews and initial application. Interviewers can easily tell if you haven't taken the time to prepare. Find out what type of questions will be asked i.e there will be scenario based questions so think of scenarios where you have shown KPMG values. Take time to prepare effectively and do lots of research. Dress well for interviews and try to make a good impression. Be calm in interviews and talk slow and steady - don't be afraid to ask the interviewer to repeat questions. Its okay to take time to answer questions - But not too long! Try not to freeze.