Early Careers Manager

Role Overview

• Execute the Early Careers strategy, leading delivery of high-quality Early Careers programmes across N
• Manage the full apprenticeship lifecycle, ensuring effective onboarding, progression and completion
• Design and deliver learning solutions across a range of formats (in-person, virtual, blended and digital) to support apprentice development
• Support the development and expansion of N’s Early Careers provision in line with the Talent Development strategy
• Oversee the Digital Apprenticeship Service (DAS) account, ensuring accurate administration and funding management
• Manage and optimise levy utilisation in line with N’s Early Careers strategy
• Ensure compliance with funding rules across all apprenticeship activity, implementing legislative changes as required
• Monitor Early Careers performance, using data and reporting to drive continuous improvement of N’s Early Careers provision
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with leaders, partners and providers to deliver a high-quality Early Careers experience
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of apprenticeship funding rules and policy changes to ensure compliance and successful programme delivery

Requirements

• Experience working in a fast-paced, growing company, ideally multi-site
• Proven experience managing Early Careers and apprenticeship programmes
• In-depth knowledge of apprenticeship funding rules and compliance, with experience managing the Digital Apprenticeship Service (DAS)
• Proven ability to lead and develop others, creating engaged and high-performing teams
• Highly skilled in managing relationships with internal stakeholders and external providers
• Strong facilitation skills with experience in blended learning design
• Confidence using digital tools and learning systems (experience with Attensi is a plus)
• Experience supporting early career learners or young people is desirable
• Early Years sector experience is a bonus, but not required

Benefits

• Competitive salary – £40,000
• £45,000, based on experience and dedication
• Flexible hybrid working model for work-life balance
• Up to 35 days holiday – including a personal ‘Me’ day and Christmas closure
• £100 annual learning fund, plus access to in-house development opportunities
• Enhanced family leave for parents, carers, and more
• 40% childcare discount, plus 6 emergency days annually
• 5-year loyalty bonus – around-the-world trip + 2 bonus weeks off
• 10-year loyalty bonus – ‘Out of this world’ experience + 2 extra weeks off
• Referral bonus – earn up to £1,000 per successful hire
• Amazing discounts – save on groceries, shopping, fitness and more
• Travel support – season ticket loans and cycle-to-work scheme
• Socials & wellbeing – annual parties, team events, gym discounts, and online fitness