Early Careers Partner in Birmingham

Reporting into our Early Careers Manager and working primarily out of our newly opened office in the centre of Birmingham with occasional travel to our other UK offices. The Early Careers Partner will develop others and drive our apprenticeship, scholarship, intern, graduate, and T-Level programmes and other outreach and early career activities. Overseeing both the academic and pastoral support of our early career community, identifying training and development opportunities for them to progress their careers and realise their full potential. Becoming a mentor, coach, advisor, teacher, and trusted confidant. The Early Careers Partner will work with HR and TA to build our talent pipeline for Smiths' future and raise our profile as an employer of choice. This is a full-time role based out of our Birmingham office 4 days per week.

Duties:

• To lead and deliver high-quality apprenticeship programmes across our Group functions for new staff and existing employees that supports the growth, development, and success of apprentices.
• Partner closely with HR, our TA team, and hiring managers to recruit and attract new candidates.
• Create and deliver onboarding training for Apprentices, Interns, and Graduates and their Managers, successfully inducting new Apprentices into the business.
• Provide day-to-day leadership support and performance management for apprentices.
• Conduct regular 1-to-1 reviews/check-ins, setting development goals and supporting apprentices with HR and compliance needs to ensure they successfully pass EPA.
• Oversee and design our rotational Apprenticeship programmes.
• Partner with line managers to ensure apprentices receive appropriate on-the-job training.
• Build strong relationships with Training Providers to monitor feedback and look for improvements.
• Develop and implement strategies to enhance apprentice engagement, retention, and completion rates.
• Ensure apprentices gain their qualifications and successfully pass EPA.
• Monitor our DAS account and provide monthly reporting on Apprentice activity.
• Work with HR and workforce planning activities to ensure we have the right skills and talent for Smiths' future.
• Deliver training for line managers to ensure they are managing Apprentices, Interns, and Graduates effectively.
• Partner with Marketing and Communications to raise the profile of our Apprenticeship programmes and Smiths Group as an employer.
• Develop an outreach strategy and partner with universities and local schools/colleges.
• Seek potential bursary funding from government/local authority.
• Provide safeguarding support and pastoral care for our EC community.
• Create opportunities for early career professionals to connect, network, support community initiatives, and have fun!

Essential Qualifications:

• A background in either HR/L&D and/or Talent Acquisition.
• Previous experience of recruiting for, setting up, and managing apprenticeship, intern, or graduate programmes.
• Extensive knowledge of the Growth and Skills Levy, DAS Accounts, and Apprenticeship Standards.
• Experience of creating content for and delivering training.
• A background in safeguarding quality and compliance of apprenticeship delivery.
• Knowledge of apprentice levy funding rules and regulatory requirements.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• A strong leader with line management skills who builds trust and accountability.
• Energetic and enthusiastic approach to fit in with our business culture.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Experience of managing Outreach programmes.

Additional Information:

What We Offer:

• Career Growth: Be a key part of our digital transformation journey with opportunities for professional development and career progression within a global enterprise.
• Impactful Work: Lead initiatives that have a direct impact on the efficiency and success of a world-class business.
• Collaborative Environment: Work alongside passionate experts in a culture that thrives on innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Competitive Compensation & Benefits: A comprehensive benefits package and flexible working options that support your well-being and work-life balance.

Join us for a great career and competitive compensation & benefits whilst keeping the world a safer place.

Diversity & Inclusion: We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity.

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Remote Work: No

Employment Type: Full-time

Vacancy: 1