Early Careers Specialist
Location: Birmingham, B15 1LZ
Salary: £41,884 per annum
Hours: 35 per week
Contract: Permanent
Our client has a unique opportunity for an experienced Early Careers Specialist to join their Learning & Development Team on a full-time, permanent basis. This role is perfect for someone passionate about cultivating early career talent and driving initiatives that develop the workforce of tomorrow.
As an Early Careers Specialist, you'll take ownership of the early talent strategy, managing and expanding the apprenticeship programs, internships and work experience initiatives. You'll play a pivotal role in building partnerships with schools, colleges, and external partners to create a strong pipeline of future talent while also supporting career development initiatives for existing colleagues.
What will you do?
- Graduate and Apprenticeship Programme Management: Design, manage, and oversee apprenticeship programmes up to degree level, and graduate programmes, supporting both early career entrants and existing employees looking to enhance their skills.
- Internships & Work Experience: Develop structured programs, including internships, T-Level placements, and a graduate scheme, to attract and nurture talent from local schools, colleges, and universities.
- External Partnerships: Build relationships with educational institutions, training providers, and community organisations to promote the organisations career opportunities.
- Talent Pipeline Development: Align early careers programs with strategic goals, ensuring a sustainable and skilled workforce for the future.
- Program Evaluation: Monitor and report on the success of early career initiatives, using data and feedback to refine and improve programs.
The ideal candidate? Our client is seeking a dynamic individual who's ready to make an impact. You'll bring:
- Proven experience in designing and leading on graduate and other early careers programmes (apprenticeships and / or internships) within a complex organisation.
- A track record of building strong partnerships with schools, colleges, and training providers.
- Expertise in designing and delivering programs that develop and retain early career talent.
- Strong organisational skills, with the ability to balance multiple priorities and deliver impactful results.
- Passion for engaging early career talent and supporting their development into skilled professionals.
- A level 5 coaching qualification (or equivalent).
Who is the organisation? They are one team working together for their tenants. They welcome people from every walk of life, at every stage of their career. The organisation expects a lot from their people but in return you can be assured of a great place to work, where you will be well rewarded and where great people are able to succeed. Whether you want to build your career with our client, or use your experience to move on, they are here to develop your potential.
Applications close at midnight Sunday 16th February 2025.
Interested?
Please click 'Apply' and follow the job board process. You will receive an email from CHM Recruit containing further information on how to apply for the role. Please note that although you may be asked by the job board to upload a CV, you are not applying at this stage.
Please note, suitable candidates will be invited to participate in an assessment shortly after applying. Recruitment activity may close early if a suitable candidate is identified.
The organisation is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer.
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