We're Hiring: Program Manager – Apprenticeship & Early Careers
Contract: 19 October 2026 – 15 January 2027
Working Pattern: Hybrid – 3 days per week in the office
About the Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced Program Manager to support the delivery of early-careers and apprenticeship programmes across EMEA.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone passionate about creating career opportunities for young people, particularly those from underserved backgrounds. You will play a key role in delivering a positive experience for apprentices, supporting their managers and building partnerships that help develop future talent.
Key Responsibilities
Manage end-to-end apprenticeship programme operations, including onboarding, scheduling, coaching reviews and cohort coordination.
Build and maintain relationships with external training providers and workforce-development organisations.
Collaborate with internal stakeholders, business leaders and managers to support programme success.
Coordinate onboarding sessions, information events, site visits and stakeholder roundtables.
Develop presentations, programme information packs and communications for apprentices, managers and external partners.
Maintain programme records, track progress and support reporting and operational activities.
Coordinate with relevant funding bodies and support compliance documentation.
Identify opportunities to improve programme delivery, participant engagement and the overall apprentice experience.
What We're Looking For
Proven experience managing apprenticeship, early-careers, graduate development or employability programmes.
Experience working with young adults aged 16–24, particularly from underserved or disadvantaged communities.
Strong programme and project management skills, including planning, scheduling and managing multiple priorities.
Experience building relationships with training providers, employers, community organisations and senior stakeholders.
Excellent communication, presentation and stakeholder engagement skills.
Strong organisational skills, attention to detail and the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Experience coordinating events, managing programme logistics and monitoring participant progress.
We use essential cookies to make this site work. With your permission we would also like to use the optional cookies below. Nothing optional is set until you choose, and you can change your mind at any time from "Cookie settings" at the bottom of every page. Cookie policy.
Essential — keep the site working and secure, and remember the choice you make here. Always on.