Program Manager

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.

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