Recruiting Now

Meet - KPMG

At KPMG, there is no limit to where your ambitions and initiative can take you. With an apprenticeship at KPMG you’ll gain professional qualifications and develop the skills you need for an exciting career. You’ll join a team with some of the brightest minds, get supported to grow and work with some of the UK’s biggest organisations.
Whoever you are, and whatever your background. Bring your unique perspective to a KPMG and be empowered to thrive.
Who are we?
KPMG UK is one of the “Big Four” offering Audit, Consulting, Deal Advisory, Legal and Technology services. Joining KPMG means working for a firm that supports people to be their best. Are you ready? KPMG. Make the Difference.

Skills Apprenticeship Details Locations How to apply Behind the scenes Related Resources Where to go next

Skills we look for

What makes us a great employer

A range of employee benefits

Completing an apprenticeship with KPMG comes with fantastic benefits from day 1, including:

A professional qualification, funded by us.
A salary of £23,000 – £25,000, depending on location.
25 days holiday plus an additional day off on your birthday.
Daily lunch allowance at a KPMG office.
6 days volunteering per year.
Flexible hybrid working.
BeWell employee assistant programme.
Study leave, if you are studying for a professional qualification/accreditation.

Exceptional learning and development

Our KPMG Apprenticeships offer you the chance to gain professional experience and develop the skills you need for an exciting career. You’ll have a structured training programme, dedicated study time, mentoring opportunities and a range of professional development resources.

A supportive and collaborative culture

We believe in teamwork and collaboration. You’ll be surrounded by colleagues who are passionate about their work and want to help you succeed. Whichever role you choose, you’ll have the KPMG community at your side providing the support you need to build your confidence and be at your best. You’ll be part of a team of diverse and dedicated problem-solvers, who will help you to grow in your own way.

The opportunity to make an impact

KPMG in the UK is part of a global network of firms and you’ll work on projects that make a real difference to our clients and communities. You’ll be helping businesses to operate more sustainably and make a positive contribution to organisations, people and communities.

Employee Networks

We have 15 Employee Networks to support raising the visibility of inclusion, Diversity and Social Equality. They can help you develop new friendships and connections, not just for today, but also for your career ahead. There are also plenty of opportunities to get involved in volunteering activities, so you’ll be encouraged to make a difference at work, and outside the office too. Visit: Employee Networks for more information.

Apprenticeships Details

Audit Apprenticeship

Bring your curiosity to a KPMG Audit Apprenticeship and be empowered to grow and make your mark.

The work we do in Audit makes a meaningful difference to businesses and communities. On our Audit Apprenticeship, you’ll help organisations which could include big retailers, UK banks and multinational organisations by examining their financial records, looking for accuracy and compliance. Apprentices study towards the AAT Level 3/4 plus the ACA qualification.

You’ll have everything you need to thrive with us and reach your full potential, handling each audit engagement with confidence.

To find out more about our Audit apprenticeships, visit: Audit Apprenticeships.

Tax Apprenticeship

Tax and Law impacts our lives in more ways than you’d ever imagine. In Tax, you’ll have the opportunity to be involved in a wide variety of high-profile projects, you’ll help all kinds of businesses spot risks, uncover opportunities, and stay ahead of fast-changing tech and tax regulations. Apprentices study towards the AAT Level 3/4 plus the ACA qualification.

Join us as a KPMG Tax apprentice and you’ll work on a range of interesting and intellectually challenging projects, be supported to achieve professional qualifications and gain learning that will last you a lifetime.

To find out more about our Tax apprenticeships, visit: Tax & Law Apprenticeships.

KPMG Business Services (KBS) Apprenticeship

KPMG’s Business Services (KBS) function is the single provider of internal business services, advice, and expertise to KPMG. On a KBS Apprenticeship, you’ll help KPMG’s internal teams to deliver excellent services by delivering strategic support, development ideas, and supporting projects which help all areas of KPMG. You will join our specialist teams working collaboratively to provide administrative support to internal stakeholders, manage client queries, run day-to-day operations, manage business systems, generate reports and data and much more! Apprentices study towards the Level 3 Business Administration qualification.

Bring your unique perspective to our diverse community, and be empowered to grow, thrive and do work that matters.

To find out more about our Business Service Apprenticeship, visit: KPMG Business Services Apprenticeships .

Consulting Apprenticeship

On a Consulting Apprenticeship, you’ll work with businesses of all shapes and sizes, immersing yourself in our client’s business, and applying sector knowledge and technology solutions to help companies grow and thrive. Apprentices study towards the L4 Junior Management Consultant qualification in years 1-2 and then level 7 qualification in years 3-5.

As an Apprentice, you’ll work alongside – and learn from – some of the brightest minds in business. You’ll have our diverse KPMG community by your side, supporting you to grow in your own way and be at your best.

To find out more about our consulting Apprenticeships visit: Consulting Apprenticeships.

Technology Apprenticeships

On one of our Technology Apprenticeships, you’ll be immersed in a supportive team with colleagues on hand to help you build the confidence you need to drive digital transformation, both for KPMG and our clients. You’ll cover various specialisms such as:

Software Development
Cyber
Cloud
DevOps

Developing important technical skills. Apprentices study towards a BSc Hons Digital and Technology Solutions degree.

We’ll provide plenty of support and a blend of development opportunities to help you achieve your potential, including attending events to build and expand your technical knowledge.

To find out more about our Technology Apprenticeships visit: Technology Apprenticeship

Applying for our Apprenticeships

Start
1

Once you have decided which apprenticeship you would like to apply for, you can click the apply now button which will take you to the online application form. This is your chance to tell us about your academic background and any work experience you may have undertaken. This should take about 30 minutes to complete, and you won’t need to upload a CV.

Our general entry criteria for each of our programmes can be found on the relevant programme pages. These have been carefully considered based on ongoing evaluation of how prior achievements and our selection process predict future performance at KPMG. If you do not meet all of these and are a few grades or points short, then we would still encourage you to apply, as you will be given the option to provide information that enables us to assess your application and potential in the context of your socio-economic background and/or any extenuating circumstances. Supplying us with this information will not negatively impact your application, but it may provide a positive uplift on your academic achievements through contextual recruitment. You also have the option to opt out of sharing it.
2

After submitting your application, you will be automatically invited to our first online assessment, Transforming Small Businesses. This assessment will require you to consider a range of material relating to three fictional small businesses, each with their own business challenges.

Throughout the assessment, you will be asked how you might respond to certain scenarios by ranking what you’d likely do, say or feel. You will also be asked to analyse some information and provide responses. You will need a pen, paper and basic calculator (your phone calculator will be sufficient).

Although the assessment is untimed, we suggest that you allow 90 minutes for completion, and we recommend that you complete it within one sitting. You will need to complete the assessment within five calendar days from the date of your invitation.

To complete a practice version of the online assessment, visit: Introduction – KPMG practice assessment 2022.
3

If you are successful at Stage 1, you may be invited to our next online assessment.

This stage provides you with an insight into your chosen business area as you are taken through a fictional project, linked to one of the small businesses introduced in the previous Transforming Small Businesses assessment.

Throughout the assessment, you will be asked; how you might respond to certain scenarios by ranking what you’d likely do, to record video responses via your webcam under a time limit and provide written responses to information provided.

The majority of this assessment is untimed, but we suggest that you allow 60 minutes to complete it and that you do so in one sitting. You will have five calendar days to complete the assessment from the date of your invitation.

Make sure you let us know before you start the assessment if you need any adjustments.
4

If you are successful at the online assessment stage, you may be invited to attend an in-person Launch Pad. This is the final stage of the recruitment process.

Launch Pad will combine in-person assessment activities with the opportunity for you to learn more about the fantastic career opportunities available at KPMG. We will be looking for you to demonstrate the strengths that will give us the confidence that you will be successful at KPMG.

You will also have the opportunity to meet lots of our people, including those within the area you have applied to, from Partners to Apprentices.

We want you to have a fantastic experience with us and we will provide further information to help you prepare for your Launch Pad before reducing any barriers or worry as far as possible. Full instructions around what to expect and how to prepare for your Launch Pad, including travel expenses and what to wear will be provided ahead of the event, and our team will be on hand to answer any questions you might have.

If successful, you will receive a phone call from a member of our student recruitment team within 2 working days with your job offer! You will then receive the offer via email.

If you are unsuccessful, you will be offered the option to request feedback.
End

Start

Your Application

Once you have decided which apprenticeship you would like to apply for, you can click the apply now button which will take you to the online application form. This is your chance to tell us about your academic background and any work experience you may have undertaken. This should take about 30 minutes to complete, and you won’t need to upload a CV.

Our general entry criteria for each of our programmes can be found on the relevant programme pages. These have been carefully considered based on ongoing evaluation of how prior achievements and our selection process predict future performance at KPMG. If you do not meet all of these and are a few grades or points short, then we would still encourage you to apply, as you will be given the option to provide information that enables us to assess your application and potential in the context of your socio-economic background and/or any extenuating circumstances. Supplying us with this information will not negatively impact your application, but it may provide a positive uplift on your academic achievements through contextual recruitment. You also have the option to opt out of sharing it.

Online Assessment stage 1

After submitting your application, you will be automatically invited to our first online assessment, Transforming Small Businesses. This assessment will require you to consider a range of material relating to three fictional small businesses, each with their own business challenges.

Throughout the assessment, you will be asked how you might respond to certain scenarios by ranking what you’d likely do, say or feel. You will also be asked to analyse some information and provide responses. You will need a pen, paper and basic calculator (your phone calculator will be sufficient).

Although the assessment is untimed, we suggest that you allow 90 minutes for completion, and we recommend that you complete it within one sitting. You will need to complete the assessment within five calendar days from the date of your invitation.

To complete a practice version of the online assessment, visit: Introduction – KPMG practice assessment 2022.

Online Assessment stage 2

If you are successful at Stage 1, you may be invited to our next online assessment.

This stage provides you with an insight into your chosen business area as you are taken through a fictional project, linked to one of the small businesses introduced in the previous Transforming Small Businesses assessment.

Throughout the assessment, you will be asked; how you might respond to certain scenarios by ranking what you’d likely do, to record video responses via your webcam under a time limit and provide written responses to information provided.

The majority of this assessment is untimed, but we suggest that you allow 60 minutes to complete it and that you do so in one sitting. You will have five calendar days to complete the assessment from the date of your invitation.

Make sure you let us know before you start the assessment if you need any adjustments.

In person Assessment - Launch Pad

If you are successful at the online assessment stage, you may be invited to attend an in-person Launch Pad. This is the final stage of the recruitment process.

Launch Pad will combine in-person assessment activities with the opportunity for you to learn more about the fantastic career opportunities available at KPMG. We will be looking for you to demonstrate the strengths that will give us the confidence that you will be successful at KPMG.

You will also have the opportunity to meet lots of our people, including those within the area you have applied to, from Partners to Apprentices.

We want you to have a fantastic experience with us and we will provide further information to help you prepare for your Launch Pad before reducing any barriers or worry as far as possible. Full instructions around what to expect and how to prepare for your Launch Pad, including travel expenses and what to wear will be provided ahead of the event, and our team will be on hand to answer any questions you might have.

If successful, you will receive a phone call from a member of our student recruitment team within 2 working days with your job offer! You will then receive the offer via email.

If you are unsuccessful, you will be offered the option to request feedback.

End

Need some extra support?

We don’t want anything to stand in the way of you having a positive experience during our application process. We are here to support you should you require any help, advice, or adjustments.

At KPMG, we recognise that we need Inclusion, Diversity and Equity to be successful. We want to attract, retain and develop diverse talent. This means recruiting from the widest possible pool of talent, removing barriers that can prevent our people from reaching their full potential, and fostering a fully inclusive environment which maximises collaboration and empowers everyone at KPMG to come as they are and thrive in the workplace.

Each applicant is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us to talk through your specific requirements. There is a section in the application form for you to tell us about any adjustments you may need because of a disability or long-term condition. We also ask you to let us know if you require any adjustments before each stage of the assessment process.

Here are just some of the adjustments we have made to our recruitment process in the past. (If your need isn’t listed here that doesn’t mean it isn’t something we can make adjustments for, so please do get in touch with us).

Examples of reasons why candidates have needed support in the application process, include but are not limited to:

Dyslexia, Dyspraxia, visual impairment, hearing impairment, physical disability, extenuating circumstances, stammer, stutter, anxiety, and depression.

Examples of adjustments we have made for candidates include but are not limited to:

Extra time, larger fonts, coloured backgrounds for screens or print, increased volume during presentations, pre assessment chat regarding the running of the assessment.

For more information, visit: Need support? Let us know.

To speak to a member of our team regarding adjustments you may require due to a disability or long-term condition, please call 0800 328 5764 or email us [email protected].