Rating

9.8/10
  • 1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
  • I am an associate in the Business Services Group team. We prepare accounts for businesses and so my day to day role very much incorporates accounting.

    10/10

  • 2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
  • Both. I continue to learn new skills in respect of accounting, but also improve skills such as written communication etc.

    10/10

  • 3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
  • I love my programme. I love the variety, the people and the firm.

    10/10

  • 4. How valued do you feel by Grant Thornton?
  • I feel like every single person here matters. Shared Enterprise helps to show that that is very much a firm wide feeling.

    10/10

  • 5. How well organised/structured is your programme?
  • Very well structured. I am allowed to take part in a lot of different experiences and challenging pieces of work, helping me to develop.

    10/10

  • 6a. How much support do you receive from your training provider?
  • Sometimes the lessons can be hit and miss, but there is always a tutor to go through things afterwards if need be. Generally it's pretty good.

    8/10

  • 6b. How much support do you receive from your employer?
  • A lot. I am never left on my own when I'm unsure with things- there is always support available.

    10/10

  • 7. How well does your salary/package meet your costs?
  • Pretty well considering my level.

    10/10

  • 8. Are there many opportunities outside of work?
  • Lots of opportunities. As a school leaver I have already presented sections in our business updates, started my own initiative, and are part of 'extra curricular' teams.

    10/10

  • 9. Would you recommend Grant Thornton to a friend?
  • Yes


  • 9b. Why?
  • It's amazing. You have so many opportunities in a firm that really cares.


  • 10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Grant Thornton?
  • Be yourself and make sure you're applying because you want to be part of Grant Thornton, and not just part of an accounting firm- we are different!


Details

Higher Level Apprenticeship

Accounting, Finance

North West

May 2018


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