Early Careers Manager

Early Careers Manager

Full-Time 31500 - 38500 £ / year (est.) Home office (partial)
Overbury

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead early careers programmes, manage recruitment, and support apprentices and interns.
  • Company: Dynamic team at Overbury and Morgan Lovell in the heart of London.
  • Benefits: Fixed-term contract with opportunities for professional growth and networking.
  • Other info: Engaging role with national travel and a chance to make a real impact.
  • Why this job: Shape the future talent pipeline while gaining valuable HR experience.
  • Qualifications: Experience in recruitment and strong communication skills required.

The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 £ per year.

Location: London West End (with national travel)

Department: People Team – Overbury and Morgan Lovell

Contract: Fixed Term Maternity Cover (October Start)

About the Role

Overbury and Morgan Lovell are seeking an enthusiastic and organised Early Careers Advisor to lead the delivery of our early career’s programmes during a period of maternity cover. This role is responsible for attracting, recruiting, onboarding, and supporting apprentices, graduates, interns and work experience students across the business. Working closely with hiring managers, HR colleagues, training providers and external partners, you will ensure our early careers programmes deliver an excellent candidate and employee experience while supporting the future talent pipeline of the business. The successful candidate will bring experience in recruitment and HR administration, alongside a good understanding of apprenticeships, levy funding and compliance requirements. Strong communication, stakeholder management and organisational skills are essential.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage the end-to-end recruitment process for apprentices, graduates, placement students and work experience opportunities.
  • Create and manage job adverts across relevant recruitment channels.
  • Screen applications, conduct initial interviews and coordinate interviews with hiring managers.
  • Build talent pipelines and maintain relationships with schools, colleges, universities and external partners.
  • Represent Overbury and Morgan Lovell at careers fairs, networking events and recruitment initiatives.
  • Promote the business as an employer of choice for emerging talent.
  • Coordinate apprenticeship recruitment, onboarding and programme administration.
  • Maintain working relationships with training providers and assessment organisations.
  • Monitor apprentice progress and provide support throughout their learning journey.
  • Ensure apprenticeship records, documentation and reporting remain accurate and compliant.
  • Support the management of apprenticeship levy funding and associated administrative requirements.
  • Maintain a general understanding of apprenticeship standards, government funding rules and compliance expectations.

Early Careers Manager employer: Overbury

Overbury is an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant work culture that values collaboration and innovation. With a strong commitment to employee growth, we provide outstanding training and career progression opportunities, alongside a competitive benefits package that includes generous holiday allowances and private medical care. Our inclusive environment encourages diverse ideas and fosters strong relationships among our talented team across multiple UK locations, making it a rewarding place to build your career as an HR Coordinator.

Overbury

Contact Details:

Overbury Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Early Careers Manager

Recruitment Skills
HR Administration
Understanding of Apprenticeships
Levy Funding Knowledge
Compliance Requirements
Strong Communication Skills
Stakeholder Management